Below Average
#478 of 534 private schools in NJ
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.
Elementary School
300 HIGH ST, Closter, NJ 07624
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#478 of 534
In Closter
#2 of 2
public schools
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Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.
Elementary School in Closter · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. is a private elementary school in Closter, NJ. Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #478 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. 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.
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. 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 Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. compares to the 2 public schools in Closter, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Closter
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. (this school) | 4.8 |
| Tenakill Middle School | 7.2 |
| Hillside Elementary School | 8.6 |
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
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
300 HIGH ST, Closter, NJ 07624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Luther Lee Emerson School (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Demarest), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward H. Bryan (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cresskill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hillside Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Closter, see our Closter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY Closter | 0.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Tenakill Middle School Closter | 0.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Bergen County Institute for Science and Technology Paramus | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest Demarest | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Demarest Middle School Demarest | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Hillside Elementary School Closter | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Luther Lee Emerson School Demarest | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| EPISCOPAL CHILD CARE SERVICES Norwood | 1.3 mi | — |
| Harrington Park School Harrington Park | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Haworth Public School Haworth | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Norwood Public School Norwood | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| County Road School Demarest | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Northern Valley Central Norwood | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Cresskill High School Cresskill | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Cresskill Middle School Cresskill | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Edward H. Bryan Cresskill | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| BERGEN CENTER FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT Haworth | 1.7 mi | — |
| Merritt Memorial Cresskill | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Grant Elementary School Dumont | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| ACADEMY OF THE HOLY ANGELS Demarest | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$187,500
Median Home Value
$820,100
Median Rent
$2,651/mo
Population
8,544
College Educated
66.2%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
40.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Milford Public School Milford, NJ | 4.8 |
| WILBERT F MAYS SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Teaneck, NJ | 4.7 |
| ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY Closter, NJ | 5.0 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Manahawkin, NJ | 5.1 |
| Harrison School West Caldwell, NJ | 5.2 |
| YESHIVAS OHR HACHINUCH Lakewood, NJ | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.
What grades does Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. serve?
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.?
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.?
The student-teacher ratio at Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. rank in NJ?
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. ranks #478 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. a private school?
Yes, Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. 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 Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. a religious school?
No, Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc. is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 56
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (650) 753-1086
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