St. Josephs School For The Blind

We are committed to the educational, psychological, social, and physical development of persons with special needs in an environment of caring, acceptance , and respect for each individual's rights and dignity.
Concordia Learning Center at St. Joseph's School for the Blind, the only school for the blind in New Jersey, provides comprehensive services to students with visual impairments and/or multiple disabilities from birth to 21 years of age.
The Center is a New Jersey Department of Education Approved Private School for the Disabled.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 73 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1

Student Body

Total Students
73 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
St. Josephs School For The Blind Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Josephs School For The Blind?
The application deadline for St. Josephs School For The Blind is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Josephs School For The Blind located?
St. Josephs School For The Blind is located in the The Heights neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 2 other private schools located in The Heights.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 73 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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