Our Lady of Sorrows School is committed to proclaiming and living the Good News of Jesus, striving for academic excellence, and forming exemplary leasers for the 21st century.
We achieve this goal in the Catholic tradition with a partnership between families and teachers working together with the students to discover their own unique gifts and to develop them to their fullest potential.
Christ. Our mission is to foster and nurture Christian values in the Catholic tradition so that for each child Christ may truly be: the way, the truth, and the light.
Our aim is to help the child grow towards maturity in faith with a total commitment of one's whole being to the person of Christ.
Our ultimate goal is to reveal to each child an understanding that the Word is the message of hope and salvation.
Our aim as educators is to assist the parents in the development of each child's spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, and social abilities and talents.
We stimulate in each child the pride of accomplishment needed for a happy and successful life.
We help them mature at their own rate of growth according to ability, recognizing individual needs and being aware of their personal uniqueness.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Sorrows School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
305 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Our Lady Of Sorrows School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Sorrows School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Sorrows School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Sorrows School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Professional Development Day School Closed
March 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Closed Easter Vacation
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
Memorial Day Recess - SCHOOL CLOSED
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School
June 18, 2025 (Wednesday)
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