Our Lady of Mount Carmel School was established in 1879 under the direction of Reverend Theodore McDonald, O Carm, the third pastor.
It was administered by the Sisters of Charity until 1979 and by the Missionary Franciscan Sisters until 2000.
The school now has a secular principal; the sacramental programs are under the direction of Sister Regina Chassar.
From its beginning, the school has had a positive impact on the parish.
Consequently, it has flourished through the years and continues to maintain a stable population with waiting lists for various grades.
Academic Excellence O.L.M.C. meets all New Jersey State Standards. Students are introduced to new tasks through a variety of activities that guides the sequential development of skills.
Religion is not only taught formally in the classrooms but permeates the entire academic program.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel/st Nicholas Primary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Student Body
Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel/st Nicholas Primary School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel/st Nicholas Primary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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