Saint John the Apostle School is a community of people whose lives are directed by our faith in God.
Our goal is to influence one another in learning and living out the gospel message of Jesus Christ in our academic environment.
Our mission is to instruct our students in the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and to strengthen and deepen their Christian beliefs and values.
Our goal is to send students from Saint John the Apostle School equipped with spiritual, moral, academic and social values to lead a productive life.
The philosophy of St. John the Apostle School is to provide a Catholic education that is academic, spiritual, emotional and physical in a Christ-centered community.
Students are prepared to assume a positive role in society by respecting others, acknowledging individual differences guided by God's unconditional love.
While maintaining a Catholic philosophy of education, St. John the Apostle School promotes the dignity of each student and encourages the love of others.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John The Apostle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1950
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2011
Student Body
Total Students
405 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Saint John the Apostle School is a community of people whose lives are directed by our faith in God. Our goal is to influence one another in learning and living out the gospel message of Jesus Christ in our academic environment. Our mission is to instruct our students in the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and to strengthen and deepen their Christian beliefs and values. Our goal is to send students from Saint John the Apostle School equipped with spiritual, moral, academic and social values to lead a productive life. The philosophy of St. John the Apostle School is to provide a Catholic education that is academic, spiritual, emotional and physical in a Christ-centered community. Students are prepared to assume a positive role in society by respecting others, acknowledging individual differences guided by God's unconditional love. While maintaining a Catholic philosophy of education, St. John the Apostle School promotes the dignity of each student and encourages the love of others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. John The Apostle School's ranking?
St. John The Apostle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John The Apostle School?
The application deadline for St. John The Apostle School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 3/31/2022
SJA has been an excellent, high-achieving school until the new principal came on board for Fall 2015. Since then there have been behavior problems with a lack of discipline. Only when a severe problem is brought to the archdiocese, is the principal then act. I have personally seen parents and caregivers disregard the principal, leaving her standing and looking like an idiot. The school was also chosen to be recertified for Blue Ribbon twice since 2011 and failed recertification. Never heard what the school is doing to get certified in the future. The teachers are good and teach well. The teachers for grades 6 to 8 are awesome except for 1 who cannot control the students (due to her inability and students' disrespect). If the principal would discipline, give more than lip service, and not stay in her office, I would be extremely happy with the school.
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