Joseph A. Taub School
976 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Don Bosco Academy, located at 764 11th Avenue in Paterson, New Jersey, is a private Catholic educational institution that operates under the Salesian tradition. Rooted in the educational philosophy of St. John Bosco, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, often referred to as the "Salesian Preventive System." This methodology focuses on creating a supportive and nurturing environment where academic rigor is balanced with moral, spiritual, and character formation. The school serves the local Paterson community by providing a structured setting aimed at fostering personal responsibility, respect, and a strong sense of faith among its student body.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, Don Bosco Academy is known for cultivating a tight-knit school community that prioritizes the social and emotional well-being of its students. By integrating religious values with daily instruction, the academy seeks to prepare its graduates not only for future academic pursuits but also to be conscientious and contributing members of society. Its presence in Paterson reflects a long-standing commitment to providing values-based education to families who prioritize a faith-integrated learning experience within a disciplined and caring educational framework.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, Don Bosco Academy is known for cultivating a tight-knit school community that prioritizes the social and emotional well-being of its students. By integrating religious values with daily instruction, the academy seeks to prepare its graduates not only for future academic pursuits but also to be conscientious and contributing members of society. Its presence in Paterson reflects a long-standing commitment to providing values-based education to families who prioritize a faith-integrated learning experience within a disciplined and caring educational framework.
976
Total Students
56.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 36 |
| Hispanic | 579 |
| Black | 104 |
| Asian | 255 |
| Two or More | 2 |
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Hispanic579 (59.3%)
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Asian255 (26.1%)
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Black104 (10.7%)
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White36 (3.7%)
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Two or More2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Paterson Public School District |
| Phone: | (973)321-0700 |
| Website: | http://jat.paterson.k12.nj.us/ |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 976 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 56.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 654 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 9 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
285
Grade 7
336
Grade 8
355
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 285 |
| Grade 7 | 336 |
| Grade 8 | 355 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 472 | 48.4% |
| Male | 504 | 51.6% |
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