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#409 of 534 private schools in NJ

Atlantic Christian School

School

391 ZION RD, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

Private

Enrollment

525

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New Jersey private schools

#409 of 534

In Egg Harbor Township

#2 of 2

public schools

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Atlantic Christian School

5.5/10

School in Egg Harbor Township · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

Swift-slaybaugh Complex

5.1/10

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Egg Harbor Township High School

4.7/10

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About Atlantic Christian School

Atlantic Christian School is a private school in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Atlantic Christian School serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Atlantic Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #409 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it compares0.9 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Atlantic Christian 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

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How Atlantic Christian School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
This School
vs
12.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
525
This School
vs
1,097
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74.1% vs 0%
Black 19.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.6% vs 0%
Asian 0.6% vs 0%
Atlantic Christian School Egg Harbor Township Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Atlantic Christian School (this school) 5.5
Swift-Slaybaugh Complex 5.1
Egg Harbor Township High School 4.7
Fernwood Avenue Middle School 5.8
Alder Avenue Middle School 6.2
Dr. Joyanne D. Miller Elementary School 5.8
Principle Academy Charter School 7.5
Clayton J. Davenport Elementary School 5.2

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- 5.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 41%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Enrollment 525
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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 74.1%
Black 19.4%
Hispanic 4.6%
Two or More 1.3%
Asian 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

391 ZION RD, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Atlantic Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Northfield Community Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Northfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belhaven Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Linwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ISLAMIC ACADAMEY OF SOUTH JERSEY (rated 7.8/10, 4.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Egg Harbor Township, see our Egg Harbor Township schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Swift-Slaybaugh Complex Egg Harbor Township 0.8 mi 5.1
Egg Harbor Township High School Egg Harbor Township 2.5 mi 4.7
TRINITY LEARNING CTR-HOLY Egg Harbor Township 2.2 mi —
Chartertech High School for the Performing Arts Somers Point 2.9 mi 3.3
Jordan Road Elementary School Somers Point 3.1 mi 6.6
CREATIVE LEARNING PRE SCHOOL Linwood 3.0 mi —
Bargaintown Preschool Egg Harbor Township 2.9 mi —
Alder Avenue Middle School Egg Harbor Township 3.8 mi 6.2
Seaview Elementary School Linwood 3.2 mi 7.6
Dr. Joyanne D. Miller Elementary School Egg Harbor Township 4.0 mi 5.8
Dawes Avenue Elementary School Somers Point 3.5 mi 6.1
New York Avenue Elementary School Somers Point 3.6 mi —
Fernwood Avenue Middle School Egg Harbor Township 3.8 mi 5.8
Mainland Regional High School Linwood 3.3 mi 5.6
Belhaven Middle School Linwood 3.4 mi 7.8
COASTAL LEARNING CENTER ATLANTIC Northfield 3.7 mi —
ISLAMIC ACADAMEY OF SOUTH JERSEY Egg Harbor Township 4.7 mi 7.8
Northfield Community Middle School Northfield 4.0 mi 7.2
Northfield Community Elementary School Northfield 4.0 mi 8.0
ENGLISH CREEK ACADEMY Egg Harbor Township 5.2 mi —

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,604

Median Home Value

$285,700

Median Rent

$1,466/mo

Population

46,856

College Educated

34.8%

Homeownership

83.9%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

10%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Atlantic Christian School

What grades does Atlantic Christian School serve?

Atlantic Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Atlantic Christian School?

Atlantic Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Atlantic Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Atlantic Christian School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Atlantic Christian School rank in NJ?

Atlantic Christian School ranks #409 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is Atlantic Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Atlantic Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Atlantic Christian School a private school?

Yes, Atlantic Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Atlantic Christian School a religious school?

Atlantic Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
525
Gender Split
62% M / 38% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Atlantic County
Phone
(609) 653-1199

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