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#320 of 534 private schools in NJ

Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament

Elementary School

785 FRANKLIN LAKE RD, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417

Private

Enrollment

126

Student-Teacher

8.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#320 of 534

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Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament

6.1/10

Elementary School in Franklin Lakes · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

High Mountain Road School

9.3/10

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6.4/10

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About Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament

Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament is a private elementary school in Franklin Lakes, NJ. Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament serves approximately 126 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #320 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it compares0.4 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 126 students, Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament 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

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How Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament compares to the 5 public schools in Franklin Lakes, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
This School
vs
9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
126
This School
vs
478
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
8.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.1% vs 0%
Black 1.6% vs 0%
Asian 0.8% vs 0%
Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament Franklin Lakes Public Avg

All Schools in Franklin Lakes

School Rating
Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament (this school) 6.1
High Mountain Road School 9.3
Ramapo High School 6.4
Colonial Road School 7.5
Franklin Avenue Middle School 9.2
Woodside Avenue School 9.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,134
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 26%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 126
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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)

White 85.7%
Hispanic 7.1%
Two or More 4.8%
Black 1.6%
Asian 0.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

785 FRANKLIN LAKE RD, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. High Mountain Road School (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dogwood Hill Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Oakland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Woodside Avenue School (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Franklin Lakes, see our Franklin Lakes schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
High Mountain Road School Franklin Lakes 0.2 mi 9.3
Ramapo High School Franklin Lakes 1.0 mi 6.4
EASTERN CHRISTIAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Wyckoff 1.1 mi 6.3
Colonial Road School Franklin Lakes 1.5 mi 7.5
Franklin Avenue Middle School Franklin Lakes 1.8 mi 9.2
CTC Oakland 1.8 mi 7.8
APPLE MONTESSORI OF WAYNE Wayne 2.1 mi 7.1
REED ACADEMY Oakland 1.9 mi 7.0
Indian Hills High School Oakland 2.2 mi 6.7
WYCKOFF CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Wyckoff 1.8 mi
Sicomac Elementary School Wyckoff 1.9 mi 7.5
THE NEW JERSEY JAPANESE SCHOOL Oakland 2.5 mi 6.8
Wayne Hills High School Wayne 2.4 mi 6.4
BARNSTABLE ACADEMY Oakland 2.1 mi 7.1
Woodside Avenue School Franklin Lakes 2.5 mi 9.2
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School Wyckoff 2.1 mi 8.4
Manito Elementary School Oakland 2.9 mi 7.6
George Washington Elementary School Wyckoff 2.2 mi 7.9
Dogwood Hill Elementary School Oakland 2.4 mi 9.3
Preakness Early Childhood Center Wayne 2.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$231,184

Median Home Value

$1,218,500

Median Rent

$3,328/mo

Population

11,035

College Educated

78.8%

Homeownership

88.2%

Avg Commute

36.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

46.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament

What grades does Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament serve?

Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament?

Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament has an enrollment of approximately 126 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament rank in NJ?

Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament ranks #320 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 the Most Blessed Sacrament a private school?

Yes, Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament 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 the Most Blessed Sacrament a religious school?

Academy of the Most Blessed Sacrament has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
126
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.3 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bergen County

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