Excellent
#19 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 3% of private schools
Ability School
Elementary School
75 KNICKERBOCKER RD, Englewood, NJ 07631
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#19 of 534
In Englewood
#1 of 4
public schools
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Ability School
Elementary School in Englewood · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ability School
Ability School is a private elementary school in Englewood, NJ. Ability School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Ability School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Ability School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Ability School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ability School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ability School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Englewood, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ability School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Englewood on the Palisades Charter School | 4.7 |
| Janis E. Dismus Middle School | 6.0 |
| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center | 7.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NJ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NJ
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
75 KNICKERBOCKER RD, Englewood, NJ 07631
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ability School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walter Stillman School (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Tenafly), which scores slightly higher. Another option is William Cullen Bryant School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Englewood, see our Englewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,398
Median Home Value
$497,500
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
29,342
College Educated
45.6%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Moonachie Campus Lodi, NJ | 8.1 |
| RARITAN VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bridgewater, NJ | 7.6 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Short Hills, NJ | 7.5 |
| Bruce Street School Newark, NJ | 7.4 |
| KANGAROO KIDS CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER Branchburg, NJ | 7.4 |
| THE FRENCH AMERICAN ACADEMY Englewood, NJ | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ability School
What grades does Ability School serve?
Ability School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Ability School?
Ability School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ability School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ability School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ability School rank in NJ?
Ability School ranks #19 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Ability School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ability School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ability School a private school?
Yes, Ability School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ability School a religious school?
No, Ability School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 871-8808
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