Very Good
#122 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 23% of private schools
Visitation Academy
Elementary School
222 N FARVIEW AVE, Paramus, NJ 07652
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
182
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#122 of 534
In Paramus
#3 of 8
public schools
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About Visitation Academy
Visitation Academy is a private elementary school in Paramus, NJ. Visitation Academy serves approximately 182 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Visitation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #122 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 182 students, Visitation Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Visitation Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Visitation Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Visitation Academy compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Paramus, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Visitation Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Parkway Elementary School | 9.6 |
| East Brook Middle School | 8.9 |
| Ridge Ranch Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Memorial Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Life Skills Continuum | 6.0 |
| Multiple Disabilities Continuum | 6.0 |
| Autistic Continuum | 5.1 |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing Continuum | 4.7 |
| Behavioral Continuum | 4.5 |
| N. A. Bleshman Regional Day School | 6.0 |
| West Brook Middle School | 7.8 |
| Midland Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Stony Lane Elementary School | 7.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
222 N FARVIEW AVE, Paramus, NJ 07652
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Visitation Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkway Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ridge Ranch Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BEN PORAT YOSEF (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Paramus, see our Paramus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EPIC SCHOOL Paramus Borough | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Paramus High School Paramus | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Parkway Elementary School Paramus | 0.5 mi | 9.6 |
| East Brook Middle School Paramus | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| DAVID GREGORY SCHOOL Paramus | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Ridge Ranch Elementary School Paramus | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Memorial Elementary School Paramus | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| YESHIVAT NOAM SCHOOL Paramus | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW ALLIANCE ACADEMY THE Paramus | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| RIDGEWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Paramus | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| ST PETER ACADEMY River Edge | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| THE FRISCH SCHOOL Paramus | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Autistic Continuum Paramus | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Deaf and Hard of Hearing Continuum Paramus | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Behavioral Continuum Paramus | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Life Skills Continuum Paramus | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Multiple Disabilities Continuum Paramus | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Bergen County Technical High School - Paramus Paramus | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Bergen County Technical High School - Paramus Paramus | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07652 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,707
Median Home Value
$736,000
Median Rent
$2,845/mo
Population
26,500
College Educated
50.2%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
49.1
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| FAR BROOK SCHOOL Short Hills, NJ | 7.1 |
| Forest Avenue School Verona, NJ | 7.1 |
| HADDONFIELD FRIENDS SCHOOL Haddonfield, NJ | 7.1 |
| Haviland Avenue School Audubon, NJ | 7.1 |
| Ridge and Valley Charter School Blairstown, NJ | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Holly, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Visitation Academy
What grades does Visitation Academy serve?
Visitation Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Visitation Academy?
Visitation Academy has an enrollment of approximately 182 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Visitation Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Visitation Academy is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Visitation Academy rank in NJ?
Visitation Academy ranks #122 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Visitation Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Visitation Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Visitation Academy a private school?
Yes, Visitation Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Visitation Academy a religious school?
Visitation Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 182
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 262-6067
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