St. Joseph Pro-Cathedral School serves a multi-cultural community of students K-8 in the City of Camden, New Jersey.
By our commitment to the individual, we are dedicated to the intellectual and spiritual growth of each child through the development of morals and values such as integrity, honesty, service and personal and social responsibility.
St. Joseph Pro-Cathedral School is a K-8 Catholic School serving the community of East Camden under the direction of the Diocese of Camden.
Our school is accredited by the Commission on Elementary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Pro-cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
251 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- St. Joseph Pro-Cathedral School serves a multi-cultural community of students K-8 in the City of Camden, New Jersey. By our commitment to the individual, we are dedicated to the intellectual and spiritual growth of each child through the development of morals and values such as integrity, honesty, service and personal and social responsibility. St. Joseph Pro-Cathedral School is a K-8 Catholic School serving the community of East Camden under the direction of the Diocese of Camden. Our school is accredited by the Commission on Elementary Schools of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph Pro-cathedral School's ranking?
St. Joseph Pro-cathedral School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Pro-cathedral School?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Pro-cathedral School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Joseph Pro-cathedral School located?
St. Joseph Pro-cathedral School is located in the Dudley neighborhood of Camden, NJ.
School Reviews
5 9/27/2024
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