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Catholic high school

Academy of St. Elizabeth

  • LocationConvent Station, NJ
  • Type and sizeIndependent Catholic school · Grades 9–12 · 236 students
  • SponsorSisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth

All-female

Official website

The Academy of St. Elizabeth is an all-girls Catholic college preparatory high school in Convent Station, New Jersey, founded in 1860 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth. Its pages describe Holy Family Chapel on campus, a retreat for each grade, and faith and service groups.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Academy of St. Elizabeth, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSaint Thomas More Church: 0.1 mi1Holy Family Chapel: 0.3 mi2Saint Vincent Martyr Catholic Church: 1.9 mi3Church of the Assumption: 2.0 mi4Saint Margaret's Church: 2.7 mi5Academy of St. Elizabeth (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Thomas More Church — 0.1 mi
  2. Holy Family Chapel — 0.3 mi
  3. Saint Vincent Martyr Catholic Church — 1.9 mi
  4. Church of the Assumption — 2.0 mi
  5. Saint Margaret's Church — 2.7 mi

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

N/ASacramental life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Sacramental life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    All-school or class Masses during the school yearA few times a year (The faith ministry page lists about nine school Masses a year. The principal's welcome says Mass is celebrated several times a month and also refers to bi-weekly Masses. The pages conflict; the level both support is recorded.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Faith, Ministry, and Service | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/student-life/faith-ministry-and-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Annual liturgies and Masses include:”
      The school lists annual liturgies and Masses, including an Opening School Mass, Bishop's Mass, Heritage Mass, Veterans Day Mass, Thanksgiving Prayer Service, Junior Ring Mass, Catholic Schools Week Mass, Lent Prayer Service, and Baccalaureate Mass.
    2. Principal's Welcome | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/about/principals-welcome · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Not only will we embrace prayer each morning, but at the start of each class period. We will also celebrate Mass several times each month.”
      The principal's welcome says prayer is embraced each morning and Mass is celebrated several times each month. The welcome is undated.
      “Bi-weekly Masses, prayer, and faith-based activities will continue to be an integral part of our school community.”
      The principal's welcome refers to bi-weekly Masses. The welcome is undated.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Daily Mass available to students on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Confession offered to students during the school yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adoration offeredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priest chaplain serving the schoolVisiting or shared priest (Masses are published.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Faith, Ministry, and Service | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/student-life/faith-ministry-and-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Annual liturgies and Masses include:”
      The school lists annual liturgies and Masses, including an Opening School Mass, Bishop's Mass, Heritage Mass, Veterans Day Mass, Thanksgiving Prayer Service, Junior Ring Mass, Catholic Schools Week Mass, Lent Prayer Service, and Baccalaureate Mass.
    2. Principal's Welcome | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/about/principals-welcome · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Not only will we embrace prayer each morning, but at the start of each class period. We will also celebrate Mass several times each month.”
      The principal's welcome says prayer is embraced each morning and Mass is celebrated several times each month. The welcome is undated.
N/ATheology and curriculum: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Theology and curriculum

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Years of theology or religion requiredNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology courses follow the USCCB Curriculum FrameworkNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Philosophy, apologetics, or ethics course offeredYes (The 2026-27 course catalog lists a Bioethics course.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Course Catalog 2026-2027 | Academy of Saint Elizabethpubluu.com/flip-book/969897/2523240 · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “WORLD RELIGIONS 58 BIOETHICS 58”
      The 2026-27 course catalog lists a Bioethics course.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith integrated across the curriculum (stated in the program of studies or mission)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
ACampus culture: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    RetreatsA retreat for every grade (Annual retreats are hosted for each grade, with a retreat for freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior classes.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faith, Ministry, and Service | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/student-life/faith-ministry-and-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Annual retreats are hosted for each grade which highlight the themes of Bonding, Belonging, Believing, and Boundlessness.”
      Annual retreats are hosted for each grade.
      “Freshman Retreat – Bonding Sophomore Retreat – Belonging Junior Retreat – Believing Senior Retreat – Boundlessness”
      Retreats are listed for freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior classes.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Campus ministry staffNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith-based student groups or clubsTwo or more (Two faith-based student groups are listed: Toward Boundless Charity and Helping the Homeless, which is described as living out the Christian calling.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Extracurricular Clubs & Activities | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/student-life/extracurricular-clubs-and-activities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “To develop spirituality and minister to those in need by embracing the charism of charity.”
      Toward Boundless Charity is a club that develops spirituality and ministers to those in need.
      “Based in the concept of solidarity, group members live out the Christian calling”
      Helping the Homeless is a club based in solidarity and the Christian calling.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Daily prayer and liturgical life built into the school dayYes (The principal's welcome says prayer is embraced each morning and at the start of each class period. The welcome is undated; this is recorded with that caveat.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Principal's Welcome | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/about/principals-welcome · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Not only will we embrace prayer each morning, but at the start of each class period. We will also celebrate Mass several times each month.”
      The principal's welcome says prayer is embraced each morning and Mass is celebrated several times each month. The welcome is undated.
N/AService and Catholic social teaching: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Service and Catholic social teaching

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Required service hoursNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching taught in theology coursesNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (club, March for Life, or similar)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersions, service trips, justice clubs)Yes (Programs include the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Union, Bridges Outreach, Helping the Homeless, and an Annual Day of Service.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Extracurricular Clubs & Activities | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/student-life/extracurricular-clubs-and-activities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Based in the concept of solidarity, group members live out the Christian calling”
      Helping the Homeless is a club based in solidarity and the Christian calling.
    2. Faith, Ministry, and Service | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/student-life/faith-ministry-and-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Union Bridges Outreach Annual Day of Service”
      The school lists a justice union, Bridges Outreach, and an Annual Day of Service among its service programs.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Holy Family Chapel is on campus and hosts Masses and prayer services.
    Sources (1)
    1. Our Campus | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/about/our-campus · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Holy Family Chapel provides a space for prayer, reflection, and gathering for our community.”
      Holy Family Chapel is on the Academy's campus and is used for prayer and gatherings.
      “The Chapel hosts many important occasions in the life of our students, including Masses on Holy Days of Obligation, Prayer Services, Junior Ring Mass and Ceremony”
      Holy Family Chapel hosts Masses on Holy Days of Obligation and student liturgies.
  • A retreat is held for each grade from freshman through senior year.
    Sources (1)
    1. Faith, Ministry, and Service | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/student-life/faith-ministry-and-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Annual retreats are hosted for each grade which highlight the themes of Bonding, Belonging, Believing, and Boundlessness.”
      Annual retreats are hosted for each grade.
      “Freshman Retreat – Bonding Sophomore Retreat – Belonging Junior Retreat – Believing Senior Retreat – Boundlessness”
      Retreats are listed for freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior classes.
  • Several faith-based and service groups are listed, including Toward Boundless Charity and Helping the Homeless.
    Sources (1)
    1. Extracurricular Clubs & Activities | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/student-life/extracurricular-clubs-and-activities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “To develop spirituality and minister to those in need by embracing the charism of charity.”
      Toward Boundless Charity is a club that develops spirituality and ministers to those in need.
      “Based in the concept of solidarity, group members live out the Christian calling”
      Helping the Homeless is a club based in solidarity and the Christian calling.
  • The school describes prayer each morning and at the start of each class period.
    Sources (1)
    1. Principal's Welcome | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/about/principals-welcome · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Not only will we embrace prayer each morning, but at the start of each class period. We will also celebrate Mass several times each month.”
      The principal's welcome says prayer is embraced each morning and Mass is celebrated several times each month. The welcome is undated.

Concerns

  • The pages describe the number of Masses differently; the frequency of school Masses is not settled.
    Sources (2)
    1. Faith, Ministry, and Service | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/student-life/faith-ministry-and-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Annual liturgies and Masses include:”
      The school lists annual liturgies and Masses, including an Opening School Mass, Bishop's Mass, Heritage Mass, Veterans Day Mass, Thanksgiving Prayer Service, Junior Ring Mass, Catholic Schools Week Mass, Lent Prayer Service, and Baccalaureate Mass.
    2. Principal's Welcome | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/about/principals-welcome · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Not only will we embrace prayer each morning, but at the start of each class period. We will also celebrate Mass several times each month.”
      The principal's welcome says prayer is embraced each morning and Mass is celebrated several times each month. The welcome is undated.
      “Bi-weekly Masses, prayer, and faith-based activities will continue to be an integral part of our school community.”
      The principal's welcome refers to bi-weekly Masses. The welcome is undated.

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Campus ministry home

Holy Family Chapel and Campus Ministries

  • Address: 2 Convent Road, Convent Station, NJ 07961
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel

Source: aosenj.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, aosenj.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

8 groups and regular activities · 1 on campus, 0 off campus, 7 location not published

Liturgy and prayer 1

  • Liturgies and Masses (annual program)On campus
    Annual, including Opening School Mass, Bishop's Mass, Heritage Mass, Veterans Day Mass, Junior Ring Mass, Catholic Schools Week Mass, Lent Prayer Service, and Baccalaureate Mass
    Annual Masses and prayer services held in Holy Family Chapel; students serve as altar servers, readers, extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, and choir members.
    aosenj.org, aosenj.org, aosenj.org

Clubs and groups 2

  • Toward Boundless Charity
    A student club to develop spirituality and minister to those in need by embracing the charism of charity.
    aosenj.org
  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Union
    A student group listed among the community service programs.
    aosenj.org

Other 1

  • Panther Ministry Summer Program
    Summer
    A summer program listed among the community service programs.
    aosenj.org

Retreats 1

  • Class retreats (all four grades)
    Annual
    Annual retreats for each grade, held both on and off campus depending on the grade.
    aosenj.org, aosenj.org

Service 3

  • Helping the Homeless
    A student club that collects and donates items to local organizations serving people who are financially burdened or homeless.
    aosenj.org
  • Bridges Outreach
    A service outreach program listed among the community service programs.
    aosenj.org
  • Annual Day of Service
    Annual
    An annual day of service listed among the community service programs.
    aosenj.org

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (2)
  1. Our Campus | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/about/our-campus · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Holy Family Chapel provides a space for prayer, reflection, and gathering for our community.”
    Holy Family Chapel is on the Academy's campus and is used for prayer and gatherings.
    “Holy Family Chapel provides a space for prayer, reflection, and gathering for our community.”
    Holy Family Chapel is on the Academy's campus and is used for prayer and gatherings.
  2. Faith, Ministry, and Service | Academy of Saint Elizabethaosenj.org/student-life/faith-ministry-and-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Giving back to our local, national, and global communities are essential hallmarks of the faith imbued at the Academy.”
    The school describes community service as part of its faith life.
    “2 Convent Road Convent Station NJ, 07961”
    The school's address is 2 Convent Road, Convent Station, NJ 07961.

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Academic Excellence

AAcademic Excellence: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
100 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduates going to four-year colleges 75% of scoreThis measure counts for 75% of the Academic Excellence score.100%
  • Students per teacher 25% of scoreThis measure counts for 25% of the Academic Excellence score.5.6 to 1

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed. Federal data on private high schools is limited to these two measures.

Source: NCES Private School Survey (2023–24 school year)

School facts

TypeIndependent Catholic school
DioceseDiocese of Paterson, NJ
Grades9–12
Students (all grades)236
Students in grades 9–12236
Coed or single-sexAll-female
Student–teacher ratio5.6 to 1
Graduates going to 4-year colleges100%
SettingSuburb

Source: NCES Private School Survey 23-24 public-use file (school year 2023–24). The college-going rate and student–teacher ratio feed Academic Excellence; nothing here changes the faith grades.

Local Church

Diocese of Paterson

The Most Reverend Kevin J. Sweeney, Bishop of Paterson

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: usccb.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

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Yes. Academy of St. Elizabeth is a Catholic high school in the Diocese of Paterson. Its sponsor is Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth.

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