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#465 of 534 private schools in NJ
Acton Academy of Bergen County
Elementary School
300 HIGH ST, Closter, NJ 07624
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
52
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#465 of 534
In Closter
#1 of 2
public schools
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Acton Academy of Bergen County
Elementary School in Closter · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Acton Academy of Bergen County Inc.
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About Acton Academy of Bergen County
Acton Academy of Bergen County is a private elementary school in Closter, NJ. Acton Academy of Bergen County serves approximately 52 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Acton Academy of Bergen County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #465 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 52 students, Acton Academy of Bergen County 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, Acton Academy of Bergen County sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Acton Academy of Bergen County 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 compares to the 2 public schools in Closter, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Closter
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acton Academy of Bergen County (this school) | 5.0 |
| 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 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 INC. Closter | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| FEATHERBED LANE SCHOOL OF CLARK Clark, NJ | 5.0 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Manahawkin, NJ | 5.1 |
| SARI ISDANER EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT KATZ JCC Cherry Hill, NJ | 5.1 |
| ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY INC. Closter, NJ | 4.8 |
| CPC WEEKDAY NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Summit, NJ | 5.2 |
| Harrison School West Caldwell, NJ | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Acton Academy of Bergen County
What grades does Acton Academy of Bergen County serve?
Acton Academy of Bergen County serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Acton Academy of Bergen County?
Acton Academy of Bergen County has an enrollment of approximately 52 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Acton Academy of Bergen County?
The student-teacher ratio at Acton Academy of Bergen County is 9.3:1. 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 rank in NJ?
Acton Academy of Bergen County ranks #465 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Acton Academy of Bergen County's MySchoolScout rating?
Acton Academy of Bergen County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 a private school?
Yes, Acton Academy of Bergen County 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 a religious school?
No, Acton Academy of Bergen County is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 52
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (650) 753-1086
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