St. Joseph The Carpenter School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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About the School

St. Joseph The Carpenter School serves 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Joseph The Carpenter School is 19:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NJ School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 227 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,450
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Joseph The Carpenter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Joseph The Carpenter School
Pre-K	32
Kind	15
1	22
2	19
3	22
4	19
5	24
6	22
7	18
8	34

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Specific Learning Disabilities

Year Founded

1916

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

227 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

84%

State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

19:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

18 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniforms

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,450

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Tuition Notes

$4450 Parishioners $4800 Nonparishioners

Admissions Director

Patrick Mullen

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BasketballCheering

DanceSoccer

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

9 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Book ClubChess Club

Dance ClubDebate Club

Forensics TeamGardening Club

Newspaper Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubChorus

School Notes

The mission of St. Joseph the Carpenter School is to nurture a community of creative, compassionate, and responsible leaders who are prepared to share the intellectual and spiritual gifts they have been given by God to make the world a better place. We provide a safe and loving Christian environment where we value the rich diversity and unique learning styles of all our students.Here at St. Joseph's our students are encouraged to meet academic challenges with curiosity, enthusiasm, and critical thinking. Through the integration of technology in every classroom, our students are able to access a wealth of information that allows them to explore, analyze, and create which leads to a growing sense of intellectual independence. We strive to inspire a passion for learning that allows children to be willing to take academic risks, learn from their mistakes, and develop the perseverance they need to succeed in our competitive world. Through cooperative learning, our students strengthen their academic, social, and communication skills, while enjoying the sense of pride that comes from helping another student. Our continuously evolving curriculum provides students with the tools they need to become confident and creative builders of their future.As Christian educators, we guide our children as they develop a deeper awareness of their spiritual life and their growing relationship with God. We encourage them to explore new ideas and beliefs as we work to foster a sense of integrity and strong moral values. Together with parents, our educators strive to exemplify Christian values as we help our students to recognize themselves and others as loved and unique children of God.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Joseph The Carpenter School cost?

St. Joseph The Carpenter School's tuition is approximately $4,450 for private students.

What sports does St. Joseph The Carpenter School offer?

St. Joseph The Carpenter School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is St. Joseph The Carpenter School's ranking?

St. Joseph The Carpenter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Joseph The Carpenter School?

The application deadline for St. Joseph The Carpenter School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

I attended Saint Joseph's school, grades 1 through 8 (graduated in 1954) and remember it so fondly. The Sisters of Saint Joseph prepared us well. The parish was the center of our lives.

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