St. Gerard Majella School

By providing an education rooted in gospel values and academic excellence, we foster in each student an awareness of their role in the Catholic faith community.
We aid each student in developing a sense of responsibility.
We instill in the students an appreciation of truth and beauty.
We help our young people acquire life-long habits of Christian living.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 169 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
169 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
St. Gerard Majella School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • By providing an education rooted in gospel values and academic excellence, we foster in each student an awareness of their role in the Catholic faith community. We aid each student in developing a sense of responsibility. We instill in the students an appreciation of truth and beauty. We help our young people acquire life-long habits of Christian living.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Gerard Majella School?
The application deadline for St. Gerard Majella School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Gerard Majella School located?
St. Gerard Majella School is located in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Paterson, NJ.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 169 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Passaic County, NJ is $8,063 for elementary schools and $11,706 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Passaic County, NJ is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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