St. Augustine School vs. St. Francis Academy
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School Overview
Top Rankings
St. Augustine School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
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St. Francis Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
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Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Overview
Saint Augustine School recognizes and respects the uniqueness of each child.
Established in 1891, the school's primary mission is to foster a love of learning in each student.
Our curriculum skillfully weaves catholic, artistic and practical disciplines into every day lessons.
We, the Missionary Franciscan Sisters, lay faculty, and staff of Saint Francis Academy of the Archdiocese of Newark are committed to continue the educational ministry of Jesus and dedicate ourselves to His fundamental command: "Go teach all nations".
Our philosophy places a strong emphasis on service to others, personal spirituality focusing on strong moral convictions, self-discipline, academic achievement, respect for the dignity of all human beings, and a sense of responsibility for the care of God's gift of creation.
The academic nature of Saint Francis Academy is characterized by an integration of the basic skills in all areas of the curriculum.
Helping students meet the demands of an ever-changing and technological world requires ability to apprehend and the capacity to retain acquired knowledge.
The faculty of Saint Francis Academy recognizes the individuality of every child and strives to encourage self- esteem based upon concrete achievement and progress.
We develop and nurture the unique talents of each child.
Grades Offered
PK-8
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
Yes, selected in 2013
Year Founded
n/a
1959
Students Body
Total Students
180 students
272 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
48%
Students by Grade
![St. Augustine School Student By Grade St. Augustine School Student By Grade](http://images2.privateschoolreview.com/charts/38000/38244/st-augustine-school-chart-trXSx3.png)
![St. Francis Academy Student By Grade St. Francis Academy Student By Grade](http://images1.privateschoolreview.com/charts/18000/17767/st-francis-academy-chart-haTieY.png)
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
9
28
Kindergarten Students
11
26
Grade 1 Students
18
26
Grade 2 Students
18
26
Grade 3 Students
17
27
Grade 4 Students
17
27
Grade 5 Students
30
28
Grade 6 Students
16
31
Grade 7 Students
14
24
Grade 8 Students
30
29
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
19 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
80%
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:13
1:14
Classroom Dress Code
n/a
Formal
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
n/a
6