Christ is the center and foundation of our education at Our Lady of Good Counsel School.
His message is expressed through prayer, study, and service. Our Lady of Good Counsel School is a worshipping community.
Daily prayer, Eucharistic celebrations, prayer services, and varied means of worshipping are the foremost source of our effort to promote a faith relationship with Jesus Christ.
Our philosophy affirms each family as the primary unit within the community.
We strive to provide an intense support system for the family life of our students.
Clergy, staff, students and parents come together for prayer, work, and service.
The experience of Christian community at Our Lady of Good Counsel School will hopefully be the basis for their life as future leaders in the Catholic Church.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,300
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Good Counsel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2015
Student Body
Total Students
364 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Lady Of Good Counsel School cost?
Our Lady Of Good Counsel School's tuition is approximately $6,300 for private students.
What is Our Lady Of Good Counsel School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Good Counsel School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Least expensive tuition, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Good Counsel School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Good Counsel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Our Lady Of Good Counsel School located?
Our Lady Of Good Counsel School is located in the Moorestown Lenola neighborhood of Moorestown, NJ. There are 5 other private schools located in Moorestown Lenola.
School Reviews
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