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#201 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 38% of private schools
Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Elementary School
10 COUNTY ROAD, Tenafly, NJ 07670
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#201 of 534
In Tenafly
#3 of 3
public schools
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Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Elementary School in Tenafly · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is a private elementary school in Tenafly, NJ. Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #201 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel 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 Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Tenafly, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel (this school) | 6.7 |
| Ralph S Maugham School | 9.0 |
| Tenafly Middle School | 7.6 |
| Walter Stillman School | 8.8 |
| Malcolm S Mackay School | 9.0 |
| J Spencer Smith School | 6.5 |
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
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
10 COUNTY ROAD, Tenafly, NJ 07670
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ralph S Maugham School (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Malcolm S Mackay School (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walter Stillman School (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tenafly, see our Tenafly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TENAFLY CHABAD ACADEMY Tenafly | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Ralph S Maugham School Tenafly | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Tenafly Middle School Tenafly | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Tenafly High School Tenafly | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Walter Stillman School Tenafly | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| J Spencer Smith School Tenafly | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| THE MONTESSORI HOUSE Tenafly | 0.7 mi | — |
| Malcolm S Mackay School Tenafly | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School Englewood | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Merritt Memorial Cresskill | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center Englewood | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School Englewood | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| THE ELISABETH MORROW SCHOOL Englewood | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Edward H. Bryan Cresskill | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| THE IDEA SCHOOL Tenafly | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Cresskill High School Cresskill | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Cresskill Middle School Cresskill | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Jefferson Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Dwight Morrow High School/Academies@Englewood Englewood | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| THE FRENCH AMERICAN ACADEMY Englewood | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07670 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$208,088
Median Home Value
$974,300
Median Rent
$3,143/mo
Population
15,252
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
72.2%
Avg Commute
41.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
42.1
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| HOBOKEN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Hoboken, NJ | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
What grades does Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel serve?
Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel?
Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel rank in NJ?
Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel ranks #201 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel a private school?
Yes, Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel a religious school?
Academy of Our Lady of Mount Carmel has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 214
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 567-6491
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