Garfield Catholic Academy/st School in Garfield, NJ, serves co–ed students in grades K through 8 within an urban/large town community.
The school has an enrollment of 136 students and a student–teacher ratio of 14:1 supported by 10 teachers.
Affiliated with the Catholic tradition and a member of the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES), the school provides a regular elementary and secondary program.
/st School's student body includes approximately 1.47% students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school community.
Families can consider this school as part of the Bergen County area, where average elementary private school tuition is about $16,810.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
136 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
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 Garfield Catholic Academy/st School?
The application deadline for Garfield Catholic Academy/st School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Recent Articles
Ask Current Parents What Admissions Won't Answer
Learn how to ask current private school parents revealing questions about culture, academics, communication, costs, discipline, and community life before deciding whether a school truly fits your family well.
When School Anxiety Is Really a School Fit Problem
Learn when school anxiety may signal a poor school fit, how parents can identify academic or social mismatches, and when changing private schools deserves serious consideration for families today.
Will My Child Find Their People? Evaluating School Culture
Learn how to evaluate private school culture, student belonging, friendships, teacher relationships, social dynamics, and authentic community fit so your child can find the right place to thrive and connect.

