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#170 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 32% of private schools
Bais Yaakov Machon Ora
High School
565 BROADWAY, Passaic, NJ 07055
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
162
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#170 of 534
In Passaic
#1 of 7
public schools
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About Bais Yaakov Machon Ora
Bais Yaakov Machon Ora is a private high school in Passaic, NJ. Bais Yaakov Machon Ora serves approximately 162 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bais Yaakov Machon Ora has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 162 students, Bais Yaakov Machon Ora 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Bais Yaakov Machon Ora sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bais Yaakov Machon Ora 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 Machon Ora compares to the 20 public schools in Passaic, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Passaic
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
565 BROADWAY, Passaic, NJ 07055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bais Yaakov Machon Ora may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MESIVTA OF CLIFTON (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Clifton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Passaic Preparatory Academy (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Passaic, see our Passaic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vincent Capuana School No. 15 Passaic | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 Passaic | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| LEARNING CTR-EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton | 0.6 mi | — |
| TODAYS LEARNING CENTER Clifton | 0.6 mi | — |
| THE LEARNING CENTER FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton | 0.6 mi | — |
| YBH OF PASSAIC-HILLEL Passaic | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton Clifton | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Passaic | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| YESHIVA KTANA OF PASSAIC BOYS' Passaic | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| School #9 Clifton | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| School #13 Clifton | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| THE MEADOW'S SCHOOL Clifton | 1.0 mi | — |
| Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering Passaic | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Passaic Preparatory Academy Passaic | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Mario Drago School No. 3 Passaic | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Clifton Early Learner Academies - Allwood Clifton | 1.1 mi | — |
| William B. Cruise Memorial School No. 11 Passaic | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| YESHIVA KTANA OF PASSAIC GIRLS Passaic | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| MESIVTA OF NORTH JERSEY Passaic | 1.0 mi | — |
| MESIVTA OF CLIFTON Clifton | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,780
Median Home Value
$406,500
Median Rent
$1,392/mo
Population
69,651
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
23.5%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
23%
Median Age
30.9
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| MOTHER SETON REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Clark, NJ | 6.9 |
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| VILLA WALSH ACADEMY Morristown, NJ | 7.0 |
| MARY HELP OF CHRISTIANS ACADEMY North Haledon, NJ | 6.8 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Hammonton, NJ | 6.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bais Yaakov Machon Ora
What grades does Bais Yaakov Machon Ora serve?
Bais Yaakov Machon Ora serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bais Yaakov Machon Ora?
Bais Yaakov Machon Ora has an enrollment of approximately 162 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bais Yaakov Machon Ora?
The student-teacher ratio at Bais Yaakov Machon Ora is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bais Yaakov Machon Ora rank in NJ?
Bais Yaakov Machon Ora ranks #170 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Bais Yaakov Machon Ora's MySchoolScout rating?
Bais Yaakov Machon Ora has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Machon Ora a private school?
Yes, Bais Yaakov Machon Ora 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 Machon Ora a religious school?
Bais Yaakov Machon Ora has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 162
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 241-1350
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