Rev George A Brown School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Rev George A Brown School

294 Sparta Ave
Sparta, NJ 07871

Tel: (973) 729-6125

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George A. Brown Memorial School, a Roman Catholic parochial school in the Diocese of Paterson, offers programs for children in pre-school through grade 8.

Rev. Brown was the first Catholic school in Sussex County and was named for the first pastor of Our Lady of the Lake Church.

The school has built a reputation for developing strong spiritual values in an equally strong academic environment.

It is a reputation gained through the efforts of dedicated teachers at all grade levels, hard work and diligence on the part of our students, and the participation and support of school parents.

Staff development and curriculum improvements have also had a positive impact on student achievement, as demonstrated by our students' and school's accomplishments.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NJ School
Grades: Prekindergarten-4
Enrollment: 497 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,750
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Rev George A Brown 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 Prekindergarten-4

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

497 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

24 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,750

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School Notes

George A. Brown Memorial School, a Roman Catholic parochial school in the Diocese of Paterson, offers programs for children in pre-school through grade 8. Rev. Brown was the first Catholic school in Sussex County and was named for the first pastor of Our Lady of the Lake Church. The school has built a reputation for developing strong spiritual values in an equally strong academic environment. It is a reputation gained through the efforts of dedicated teachers at all grade levels, hard work and diligence on the part of our students, and the participation and support of school parents. Staff development and curriculum improvements have also had a positive impact on student achievement, as demonstrated by our students' and school's accomplishments.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does Rev George A Brown School cost?

Rev George A Brown School's tuition is approximately $8,750 for private students.

What is Rev George A Brown School's ranking?

Rev George A Brown School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Rev George A Brown School?

The application deadline for Rev George A Brown School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NJ School
Grades: Prekindergarten-4
Enrollment: 497 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,750
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Sussex County, NJ is $20,364 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Sussex County, NJ is 95% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).