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St. Augustine Preparatory School

St. Augustine Prep is an independent, Catholic, Augustinian college preparatory school located in southern New Jersey.
The school operates under the auspices of the Order of Saint Augustine and the Province of St. Thomas of Villanova.
St. Augustine Prep has educated young men from grades 8 through 12 since 1959.
It is accredited by the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools, the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the New Jersey State Educational Association, the Diocese of Camden and the Augustinian Educational Association.
Entrance is very competitive and the student body is comprised of young men from eight counties in the southern New Jersey area and beyond.
St. Augustine Prep strives to educate the whole person offering a personalized academic experience, robust co-curriculars, and countless unique programs.
Unique programs include: Third Semester Program (world learning opportunities), UNITAS program (freshman/sophomore guidance program), Job Shadow Program, and many more!

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 615 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $21,986
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Augustine Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
615 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
St. Augustine Preparatory School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
14 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology (offered in odd years) AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Chemistry (offered in even academic years) AP English Language & Composition AP English Literature & Composition AP European History AP Physics C: Mechanics / Electricity & Magnetis
Average SAT score
1260
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
26
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Navy Blazer and Dress Pants

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / Jan. 31 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
38%
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
JC Valore
Admissions Associate
Brendan Towell

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
40 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Agriculture, Ambassadors, Arabic, Archeology, Austin-Aire(Yearbook), Ball Hockey, Chess, DECA, Drama(School Play), E-Sports, Environmental Sustainability, Finance, Fishing, Hermits Broadcasting Channel, Hermits Helping Homeless, Hermits Helping Ronald McDonald House, Interact, Italian, Jerseymen, Latin Honor Society, Model Rocketry, Model UN, Multicultural Club, Music/Choir, National Honor Society, Pep Band, Philosophy, Photography, Ping-Pong, Pre-Med, Prep Newspaper, Prom Committee, Robotics, School Play, Ski, Spanish/Spanish Honor Society, Spirit, Sports Debate, Student Government, Testostertones

School Notes

  • St. Augustine Prep is an independent, Catholic, Augustinian college preparatory school located in southern New Jersey. The school operates under the auspices of the Order of Saint Augustine and the Province of St. Thomas of Villanova. St. Augustine Prep has educated young men from grades 9 through 12 since 1959, with an 8th-grade program added in 2021. It is accredited by the New Jersey Association of Independent Schools, the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, the New Jersey State Educational Association, the Diocese of Camden, and the Augustinian Educational Association. Entrance is very competitive, and the student body is comprised of young men from eight counties in the southern New Jersey area. St. Augustine Prep strives to educate the whole person, offering a personalized academic experience, robust co-curriculars, and countless unique programs.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Augustine Preparatory School cost?
St. Augustine Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $21,986 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Augustine Preparatory School?
The acceptance rate of St. Augustine Preparatory School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 78%.
What sports does St. Augustine Preparatory School offer?
St. Augustine Preparatory School offers 23 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Crew, Cross Country, E-sports, Fencing, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rugby, Sailing, Soccer, Squash, Surf Team, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. St. Augustine Preparatory School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for most sports offered.
What is St. Augustine Preparatory School's ranking?
St. Augustine Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Augustine Preparatory School?
The application deadline for St. Augustine Preparatory School is Dec. 1 / Jan. 31 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 / Jan. 31 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Top Ranked NJ School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 615 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $21,986
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / Jan. 31 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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