The administrators, faculty and staff, strive to serve the faith-community of Saint Joseph Parish, Bogota-Teaneck, by enhancing our catholic identity and challenging one another to accept and live the call of the Gospel.
We share our God-given gifts and talents in order to provide academic and spiritual support for our students.
We strive to bring each of his/her potential in becoming productive members of God's family.
It is our belief that through varied models of instruction in the areas of academics and human knowledge, our students will be guided to live out our Christian values and deepen their respect for the democratic society in which we live.
Our goals are to instill Christian moral values through the teaching of the Gospel, as well as providing positive role models through the example of our teachers; to provide our students with the tools, the enthusiasm, and the vision to utilize their talents to help create a world that mirrors the grandeur of God, its loving Creator; to encourage self-discipline and a sense of responsibility; to develop a love of learning and to develop a curriculum that will accept the challenges of an ever-changing technological society; and to instill a prayerful and compassionate approach to life by reminding the students of our basic Christian relationship of living dependence on God and willing service of others.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Yearly Tuition: $5,725
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1940
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
210 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
PreK tuition is 6811
Summer Program Cost Notes
6 week summer program available
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Stella Scarano
Admissions Associate
Eneida Valente
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Christmas and Spring Concert, Glee Club, Sherlock Holmes Play, Talent Show
Christmas and Spring Concert, Glee Club, Sherlock Holmes Play, Talent Show
School Notes
- The administrators, faculty and staff, strive to serve the faith-community of Saint Joseph Parish, Bogota-Teaneck, by enhancing our catholic identity and challenging one another to accept and live out the call of the Gospel. We share our God-given gifts and talents in order to provide academic and spiritual support for our students. We strive to bring each of his/her potential in becoming productive members of God's family. It is our belief that through varied models of instruction in the areas of academics and human knowledge, our students will be guided to live out our Christian values and deepen their respect for the democratic society in which we live. Our goals are to instill Christian moral values through the teaching of the Gospel, as well as providing positive role models through the example of our teachers; to provide our students with the tools, the enthusiasm, and the vision to utilize their talents to help create a world that mirrors the grandeur of God, its loving Creator; to encourage self-discipline and a sense of responsibility; to develop a love of learning and to develop a curriculum that will accept the challenges of an ever-changing technological society; and to instill a prayerful and compassionate approach to life by reminding the students of our basic Christian relationship of living dependence on God and willing service of others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Joseph Academy cost?
St. Joseph Academy's tuition is approximately $5,725 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Joseph Academy?
The acceptance rate of St. Joseph Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What sports does St. Joseph Academy offer?
St. Joseph Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Golf, Tennis and Track and Field.
What is St. Joseph Academy's ranking?
St. Joseph Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Academy?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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