The mission of Saint Augustine of Canterbury School is to foster in its students a love and respect for the values found in Catholicism.
Saint Augustine of Canterbury School is dedicated to proclaiming the message of Jesus, to teaching His truth and extending His love while providing an academic program based on excellence and full development of the talents and abilities of the students.
The children will develop a lasting relationship with God and a respect for self and others within the framework of an education that fosters self-discipline, creativity, and flexibility.
The students will be given the independence to develop their distinct personality that God has given them.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Augustine Of Canterbury School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2016
Student Body
Total Students
482 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- The mission of Saint Augustine of Canterbury School is to foster in its students a love and respect for the values found in Catholicism. Saint Augustine of Canterbury School is dedicated to proclaiming the message of Jesus, to teaching His truth and extending His love while providing an academic program based on excellence and full development of the talents and abilities of the students. The children will develop a lasting relationship with God and a respect for self and others within the framework of an education that fosters self-discipline, creativity, and flexibility. The students will be given the independence to develop their distinct personality that God has given them.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Augustine Of Canterbury School's ranking?
St. Augustine Of Canterbury School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Augustine Of Canterbury School?
The application deadline for St. Augustine Of Canterbury School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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