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#428 of 534 private schools in NJ
Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood
High School
277 JAMES ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
659
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#428 of 534
In Lakewood
#31 of 83
public schools
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Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood
High School in Lakewood · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood
Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood is a private high school in Lakewood, NJ. Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood serves approximately 659 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #428 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood 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 Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood compares to the 9 public schools in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lakewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood (this school) | 5.4 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| Lakewood High School | 3.9 |
| Piner 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
277 JAMES ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MESIVTA OHR CHAIM MEIR (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MESIVTA OF CENTRAL JERSEY (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, YESHIVA CHEMDAT HATORAH (rated 5.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TALMUD TORAH ZECHER YOCHANAN Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 3.9 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| YESHIVA TORAS EMES Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| BNOS PENINA Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| YESHIVAT YAGDIL TORAH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| SEPHARDIC BET YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SHIRAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| YESHIVA EVEN YISROEL Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA MESORAS HATORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVA SHAGAS ARYEH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| ADERES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| BNOS TZIPPA Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| YESHIVA CHEMDAT HATORAH Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| TEHILAS CHAYA SARA Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MESIVTA OHR CHAIM MEIR Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| MESIVTA OF CENTRAL JERSEY Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,811
Median Home Value
$430,700
Median Rent
$1,701/mo
Population
136,784
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
18.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lenape Valley Regional High School Stanhope, NJ | 5.4 |
| Newton High School Newton, NJ | 5.4 |
| Raritan High School Hazlet, NJ | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Montvale, NJ | 5.4 |
| ST PETERS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Jersey City, NJ | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Metuchen, NJ | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood
What grades does Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood serve?
Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood?
Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood has an enrollment of approximately 659 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood?
The student-teacher ratio at Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood rank in NJ?
Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood ranks #428 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood's MySchoolScout rating?
Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood a private school?
Yes, Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood is a private all-girls school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood a religious school?
Bais Yaakov High School of Lakewood has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 659
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 370-8200
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