St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School (Top-Ranked �� School for 2026)

705 Clinton Street
Linden, NJ 07036

Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus School has been providing its students with a Catholic-centered education since 1930.

Our primary goal is to develop the student's intellectual, spiritual, physical, and social growth.

We strive to instill in students a sense of respect, dignity, charity, and responsibility which enables them to become well-rounded individuals.

We welcome all children to be part of our school community.

By learning and working together, students are taught to respect the differences among people and to celebrate that which unites them.

We see ourselves as an extension of the family and thus offer a caring atmosphere for learning.

Our students are encouraged to look to each other, as well as to their teachers and parents, for support and understanding; for the knowledge of being loved and cared for is paramount to the happiness the students radiate.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NJ School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 150 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Year Founded

1925

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

150 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

48%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

School Notes

School Motto: For having nothing, I shall receive everything from God

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School's ranking?

St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School?

The application deadline for St. Theresa Of The Child Jesus School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 6/2/2023

I graduated in 1958.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Frank A Korszoloski 3rd

5 5/9/2022

I graduated in 1977 I'm currently writing a book about my 9 years at St. Theresa's. It's an amazing, small classroom size school.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Bridget O'Donnell McCammon

5 3/18/2016

Please send me info on the registration process for September 2016 enrollment.

- Posted by Parent - jlope

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