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#340 of 534 private schools in NJ
Wildwood Catholic Academy
School
1500 CENTRAL AVE, North Wildwood, NJ 08260
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#340 of 534
In North Wildwood
#1 of 2
public schools
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Wildwood Catholic Academy
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About Wildwood Catholic Academy
Wildwood Catholic Academy is a private school in North Wildwood, NJ. Wildwood Catholic Academy serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Wildwood Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #340 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Wildwood Catholic 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 Wildwood Catholic Academy compares to the 1 public school in North Wildwood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in North Wildwood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wildwood Catholic Academy (this school) | 6.0 |
| Margaret Mace Elementary School | 8.0 |
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
1500 CENTRAL AVE, North Wildwood, NJ 08260
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wildwood Catholic Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Cape May Court House), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 5.3/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Wildwood, see our North Wildwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Margaret Mace Elementary School North Wildwood | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Glenwood Avenue Elementary School Wildwood | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Wildwood High School Wildwood | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Wildwood Middle School Wildwood | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Crest Memorial School Wildwood Crest | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| CAPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cape May Court House | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Stone Harbor Elementary School Stone Harbor | 4.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Middle Township Elementary #4 Cape May Court House | 5.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Middle Township High School Cape May Court House | 5.3 mi | 4.9 |
| RIO GRANDE BAPTIST ACADEMY Rio Grande | 4.3 mi | — |
| Middle Township Elementary #2 Cape May Court House | 5.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Middle Township Elementary #1 Cape May Court House | 5.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Cape May County High School Cape May Court House | 7.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Ocean Academy Cape May Court House | 7.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Cape May County Technical High School Cape May Court House | 7.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Lower Cape May Regional High School Cape May | 5.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Richard M. Teitelman Middle School Cape May | 5.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Sandman Consolidated School Cape May | 6.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Carl T. Mitnick School Cape May | 6.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,549
Median Home Value
$441,300
Median Rent
$1,182/mo
Population
12,913
College Educated
28.3%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
59.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE KINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cherry Hill, NJ | 6.0 |
| KOINONIA ACADEMY Plainfield, NJ | 6.1 |
| Northern Valley Central Norwood, NJ | 5.9 |
| Westampton Campus Westampton, NJ | 5.9 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE ACADEMY Nutley, NJ | 6.2 |
| AMERICAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL NORTH CAMPUS Wharton, NJ | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wildwood Catholic Academy
What grades does Wildwood Catholic Academy serve?
Wildwood Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Wildwood Catholic Academy?
Wildwood Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Catholic Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wildwood Catholic Academy rank in NJ?
Wildwood Catholic Academy ranks #340 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Wildwood Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Wildwood Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wildwood Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, Wildwood Catholic 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 Wildwood Catholic Academy a religious school?
Wildwood Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Cape May County
- Phone
- (609) 522-7257
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