Needs Improvement
#530 of 534 private schools in NJ
Bnos Devorah
Elementary School
360 OAK ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
972
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
972
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#530 of 534
In Lakewood
#80 of 83
public schools
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About Bnos Devorah
Bnos Devorah is a private elementary school in Lakewood, NJ. Bnos Devorah serves approximately 972 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bnos Devorah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #530 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Bnos Devorah 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 Bnos Devorah compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bnos Devorah (this school) | 3.4 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| 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
360 OAK ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bnos Devorah may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spruce Street Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Street Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH (rated 6.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| YESHIVA BIRCHAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI OORAH Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| MESIVTA NER MOSHE Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| TASHBAR OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Oak Street Elem School Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| KNESSES BAIS LEVI Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| UTA OF LAKEWOOD INC. Kekewood | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| BAIS HACHINUCH L'BANOS Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Switlik Elementary School Jackson, NJ | 3.5 |
| Whitney M. Young Jr. School Jersey City, NJ | 3.3 |
| Prospect Park School No. 1 Prospect Park, NJ | 3.1 |
| Lindenwold School Five Lindenwold, NJ | 3.7 |
| Walter F. Robinson Community School Bayonne, NJ | 3.7 |
| YESHIVA SHAGAS ARYEH Lakewood, NJ | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bnos Devorah
What grades does Bnos Devorah serve?
Bnos Devorah serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Bnos Devorah?
Bnos Devorah has an enrollment of approximately 972 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bnos Devorah?
The student-teacher ratio at Bnos Devorah is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bnos Devorah rank in NJ?
Bnos Devorah ranks #530 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Bnos Devorah's MySchoolScout rating?
Bnos Devorah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bnos Devorah a private school?
Yes, Bnos Devorah 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 Bnos Devorah a religious school?
Bnos Devorah has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 972
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 905-4455
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