Very Good
#132 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 25% of private schools
Apple Montessori of Wayne
Elementary School
25 NEVINS RD, Wayne, NJ 07470
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
102
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#132 of 534
In Wayne
#2 of 5
public schools
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Apple Montessori of Wayne
Elementary School in Wayne · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Apple Montessori of Wayne
Apple Montessori of Wayne is a private elementary school in Wayne, NJ. Apple Montessori of Wayne serves approximately 102 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Apple Montessori of Wayne has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 102 students, Apple Montessori of Wayne 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 7:1 students to teachers, Apple Montessori of Wayne sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Apple Montessori of Wayne 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 Apple Montessori of Wayne compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Wayne, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apple Montessori of Wayne (this school) | 7.1 |
| Preakness Early Childhood Center | 7.8 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Schuyler Colfax Middle School | 8.0 |
| Albert Payson Terhune Elementary | 6.8 |
| Anthony Wayne Middle School | 7.6 |
| Theunis Dey Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Packanack Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Lafayette Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Pines Lake Elementary School | 6.6 |
| James Fallon Elementary School | 7.8 |
| George Washington Middle School | 7.3 |
| Randall Carter Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Ryerson Elementary School | 8.0 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
25 NEVINS RD, Wayne, NJ 07470
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apple Montessori of Wayne may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. High Mountain Road School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Franklin Lakes), which scores notably higher. Another option is Theunis Dey Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Preakness Early Childhood Center (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Preakness Early Childhood Center Wayne | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Wayne Hills High School Wayne | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary School Wayne | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| DE PAUL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Anthony Wayne Middle School Wayne | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Schuyler Colfax Middle School Wayne | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| High Mountain Road School Franklin Lakes | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Lafayette Elementary School Wayne | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Wayne | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ACADEMY OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT Franklin Lakes | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Packanack Elementary School Wayne | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Wayne Valley High School Wayne | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| James Fallon Elementary School Wayne | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CALVARY LEARNING CENTER Wayne | 2.5 mi | — |
| Theunis Dey Elementary School Wayne | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Pines Lake Elementary School Wayne | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS ACADEMY North Haledon | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Diana C. Lobosco STEM Academy Wayne | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Passaic County Technical Institute Wayne | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,561
Median Home Value
$596,700
Median Rent
$2,126/mo
Population
54,131
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
78.6%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apple Montessori of Wayne
What grades does Apple Montessori of Wayne serve?
Apple Montessori of Wayne serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Apple Montessori of Wayne?
Apple Montessori of Wayne has an enrollment of approximately 102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apple Montessori of Wayne?
The student-teacher ratio at Apple Montessori of Wayne is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Apple Montessori of Wayne rank in NJ?
Apple Montessori of Wayne ranks #132 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Apple Montessori of Wayne's MySchoolScout rating?
Apple Montessori of Wayne has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Apple Montessori of Wayne a private school?
Yes, Apple Montessori of Wayne 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 Apple Montessori of Wayne a religious school?
No, Apple Montessori of Wayne is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 102
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 696-9750
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