Below Average
#479 of 534 private schools in NJ
Bnos Esther Malka
School
488 OLD WHITESVILLE RD, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#479 of 534
In Lakewood
#54 of 83
public schools
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About Bnos Esther Malka
Bnos Esther Malka is a private school in Lakewood, NJ. Bnos Esther Malka serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bnos Esther Malka has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #479 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Bnos Esther Malka 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 Esther Malka compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bnos Esther Malka (this school) | 4.8 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| 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
488 OLD WHITESVILLE RD, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bnos Esther Malka may also want to explore other schools in the area. TEHILAS CHAYA SARA (rated 6.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVA MESORAS HATORAH (rated 5.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MESIVTA OHR CHAIM MEIR (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ADERES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.0 mi | 4.7 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| BNOS TZIPPA Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| TEHILAS CHAYA SARA Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| YESHIVA EVEN YISROEL Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA MESORAS HATORAH Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| MESIVTA OHR CHAIM MEIR Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVA SHAGAS ARYEH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| YESHIVA TORAS EMES Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| YESHIVA SHAAR HATALMUD Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SHIRAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Jackson Liberty High School Jackson | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| TALMUD TORAH ZECHER YOCHANAN Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Christa McAuliffe Middle School Jackson | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| DERECH HATORAH OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 1.4 mi | — |
| YESHIVA BAIS AHARON Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| BNOS PENINA Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Bankbridge Regional School Sewell, NJ | 4.8 |
| GLOUCESTER COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sewell, NJ | 5.0 |
| TALMUD TORAH ZECHER YOCHANAN Lakewood, NJ | 5.0 |
| MELAMED ACADEMY East Brunswick, NJ | 4.3 |
| WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood, NJ | 5.3 |
| BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood, NJ | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bnos Esther Malka
What grades does Bnos Esther Malka serve?
Bnos Esther Malka serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Bnos Esther Malka?
Bnos Esther Malka has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bnos Esther Malka?
The student-teacher ratio at Bnos Esther Malka is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bnos Esther Malka rank in NJ?
Bnos Esther Malka ranks #479 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Bnos Esther Malka's MySchoolScout rating?
Bnos Esther Malka has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bnos Esther Malka a private school?
Yes, Bnos Esther Malka 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 Esther Malka a religious school?
Bnos Esther Malka has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 370-2424
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