Excellent
#30 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 5% of private schools
Al-hikmah Elementary School
Elementary School
278 N 8TH ST, Prospect Park, NJ 07508
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#30 of 534
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Al-hikmah Elementary School
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About Al-hikmah Elementary School
Al-hikmah Elementary School is a private elementary school in Prospect Park, NJ. Al-hikmah Elementary School serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Al-hikmah Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Al-hikmah Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Al-hikmah Elementary 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 Al-hikmah Elementary School compares to the 1 public school in Prospect Park, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Prospect Park
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Al-hikmah Elementary School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Prospect Park School No. 1 | 3.1 |
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
278 N 8TH ST, Prospect Park, NJ 07508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al-hikmah Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norman S. Weir (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Paterson), which scores slightly higher. Another option is School 28 (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Paterson), with a comparable rating. Additionally, School 2 (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Paterson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Prospect Park, see our Prospect Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Prospect Park School No. 1 Prospect Park | 0.1 mi | 3.1 |
| GILMORE MEMORIAL CHRIS ACD Paterson | 0.2 mi | — |
| School 12 Paterson | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| School 28 Paterson | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Washington Elementary School Hawthorne | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Passaic County-Manchester Regional High School Haledon | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| School 10 Paterson | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| EASTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL North Haledon | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Norman S. Weir Paterson | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Newcomers High School Paterson | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Haledon Public School Haledon | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| School 5 Paterson | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Senator Frank Lautenberg School Paterson | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Young Men's Academy Paterson | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Edward W. Kilpatrick Paterson | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| School 2 Paterson | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| ST GERARD MAJELLA SCHOOL Paterson | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,611
Median Home Value
$444,600
Median Rent
$1,749/mo
Population
23,611
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belleville PS5 Belleville, NJ | 8.0 |
| CHAPIN SCHOOL Princeton, NJ | 8.0 |
| Clara E Coleman School Glen Rock, NJ | 8.0 |
| East Brook Elementary School Park Ridge, NJ | 8.0 |
| Elysian Charter School of Hoboken Hoboken, NJ | 8.0 |
| Godwin Elementary School Midland Park, NJ | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al-hikmah Elementary School
What grades does Al-hikmah Elementary School serve?
Al-hikmah Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Al-hikmah Elementary School?
Al-hikmah Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al-hikmah Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Al-hikmah Elementary School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Al-hikmah Elementary School rank in NJ?
Al-hikmah Elementary School ranks #30 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Al-hikmah Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Al-hikmah Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Al-hikmah Elementary School a private school?
Yes, Al-hikmah Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Al-hikmah Elementary School a religious school?
Al-hikmah Elementary School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 284
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 790-4700
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