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#347 of 534 private schools in NJ
Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench
Elementary School
388 CHESTNUT ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#347 of 534
In Lakewood
#14 of 83
public schools
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Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench
Elementary School in Lakewood · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench
Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench is a private elementary school in Lakewood, NJ. Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench 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 Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench compares to the 9 public schools in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lakewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench (this school) | 6.0 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| 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
388 CHESTNUT ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CHEDER TIFERES YISROEL (rated 5.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, YESHIVAS OHR HACHINUCH (rated 5.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVAS OHR HACHINUCH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| TIFERES CHAIM Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| TALMUD TORAH BAIS AVROHOM Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| KNESSES BAIS LEVI Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| MESIVTA OF EATONTOWN Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI OORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| YESHIVA BIRCHAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| CHEDER TIFERES YISROEL Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| BNOS BROCHA Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| CHEDVAS BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| NEW ROAD SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Central Early Childhood Center Deptford, NJ | 6.0 |
| Clementon Elementary School Clementon, NJ | 6.0 |
| Clifton E. Lawrence Wantage, NJ | 6.0 |
| Dr. Hani Awadallah School Paterson, NJ | 6.0 |
| Forked River Elementary School Forked River, NJ | 6.0 |
| Franklin Elementary School Succasunna, NJ | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench
What grades does Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench serve?
Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench?
Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench?
The student-teacher ratio at Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench rank in NJ?
Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench ranks #347 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench's MySchoolScout rating?
Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench a private school?
Yes, Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench 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 Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench a religious school?
Belz Institution/bais Malko, Brench has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 439
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 366-1500
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