Very Good
#128 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 24% of private schools
Barnstable Academy
High School
8 WRIGHT WAY, Oakland, NJ 07436
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#128 of 534
In Oakland
#3 of 5
public schools
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About Barnstable Academy
Barnstable Academy is a private high school in Oakland, NJ. Barnstable Academy serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Barnstable Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, Barnstable Academy 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 5:1 students to teachers, Barnstable Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Barnstable Academy 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 Barnstable Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnstable Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Dogwood Hill Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Valley Middle School | 7.2 |
| Indian Hills High School | 6.7 |
| Heights Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Manito Elementary School | 7.6 |
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
8 WRIGHT WAY, Oakland, NJ 07436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Barnstable Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AL-GHAZALY JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Wayne), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Indian Hills High School (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wayne Hills High School (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Wayne), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CTC Oakland | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF OAKLAND Oakland | 0.7 mi | — |
| REED ACADEMY Oakland | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Dogwood Hill Elementary School Oakland | 0.9 mi | 9.3 |
| GERRARD BERMAN DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Valley Middle School Oakland | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Indian Hills High School Oakland | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Pines Lake Elementary School Wayne | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Colonial Road School Franklin Lakes | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| THE NEW JERSEY JAPANESE SCHOOL Oakland | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Lakeside School Pompton Lakes | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Heights Elementary School Oakland | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln School Pompton Lakes | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Wayne Hills High School Wayne | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Schuyler Colfax Middle School Wayne | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| AL-GHAZALY JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| ACADEMY OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT Franklin Lakes | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| High Mountain Road School Franklin Lakes | 2.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Pompton Lakes High School Pompton Lakes | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,763
Median Home Value
$566,900
Median Rent
$1,466/mo
Population
12,676
College Educated
54.4%
Homeownership
91.8%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barnstable Academy
What grades does Barnstable Academy serve?
Barnstable Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Barnstable Academy?
Barnstable Academy has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Barnstable Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Barnstable Academy is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Barnstable Academy rank in NJ?
Barnstable Academy ranks #128 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Barnstable Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Barnstable Academy 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 Barnstable Academy a private school?
Yes, Barnstable Academy 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 Barnstable Academy a religious school?
No, Barnstable Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 124
- Gender Split
- 69% M / 31% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 651-0200
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