Bender Memorial Academy in Elizabeth, NJ, is a coeducational Catholic school serving grades PK through 8 in an urban large town setting.
The school enrolls 175 students with a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, supported by 10 full–time teachers.
Approximately 66% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting the school's diversity.
Bender Memorial Academy is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association and offers regular elementary and secondary academic programs.
The school serves families seeking a Catholic PK–8 private school near Elizabeth, New Jersey.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
175 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
66%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
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 Bender Memorial Academy?
The application deadline for Bender Memorial Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and preschool to Bender Memorial Academy is Sinai Christian Academy (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Jewish Educational Center Lower School (0.5 miles away)
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