Holy Spirit High School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Holy Spirit High School

500 S New Rd
Absecon, NJ 08201

Tel: (609) 646-3000

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Holy Spirit High School in Absecon, NJ, serves 391 students in grades 9 through 12 in a Catholic co鈥揺ducational suburban setting.

Founded in 1922, the school has one of the longest histories among private high schools in New Jersey.

The student鈥搕eacher ratio of 12:1 with 32 teachers supporting a midsize suburban student body.

Approximately 17% of students at this Catholic high school in Absecon represent diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Holy Spirit High School ranks within the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for student body size and school history.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NJ School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 391 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Holy Spirit High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1922

Colors

Blue, Gold, Vegas Gold

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

391 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

32 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,200 (2022鈥�23)

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School Notes

School Motto: Rooted in 100 Years of History and Tradition
School Mascot: Spartans

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Holy Spirit High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NJ School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 391 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Atlantic County, NJ is $15,243 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).