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#269 of 534 private schools in NJ
Chatham Day School
Elementary School
700 SHUNPIKE RD, Chatham, NJ 07928
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#269 of 534
In Chatham
#2 of 2
public schools
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Chatham Day School
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About Chatham Day School
Chatham Day School is a private elementary school in Chatham, NJ. Chatham Day School serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Chatham Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #269 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, Chatham Day School 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 6:1 students to teachers, Chatham Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Chatham Day School 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 Chatham Day School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Chatham, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chatham Day School (this school) | 6.4 |
| Southern Boulevard School | 5.5 |
| Lafayette Avenue School | 6.8 |
| Chatham Middle School | 7.5 |
| Washington Avenue School | 5.2 |
| Milton Avenue School | 6.0 |
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.
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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
700 SHUNPIKE RD, Chatham, NJ 07928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chatham Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Normandy Park School (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lafayette Avenue School (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Woodland School (rated 6.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Convent Station), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chatham, see our Chatham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Torey J. Sabatini School Madison | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| ST VINCENT MARTYR SCHOOL Madison | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MADISON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Madison | 1.0 mi | — |
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI Madison | 1.1 mi | — |
| Central Avenue School Madison | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Madison Junior School Madison | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Southern Boulevard School Chatham | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Kings Road School Madison | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ACADEMY OF SAINT ELIZABETH Convent Station | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Madison High School Madison | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Chatham High School Chatham | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Lafayette Avenue School Chatham | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Ridgedale Middle School Florham Park | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Normandy Park School Morristown | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Chatham Middle School Chatham | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Woodland School Convent Station | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Washington Avenue School Chatham | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ECLC OF NEW JERSEY Chatham | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| MAGIC KINGDOM DAY NURSERY Florham Park | 2.7 mi | — |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF CHATHAM Chatham | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07928 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$236,000
Median Home Value
$965,800
Median Rent
$2,441/mo
Population
19,667
College Educated
83.3%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF SAINT PAUL Ramsey, NJ | 6.4 |
| Elsinboro Township School Salem, NJ | 6.4 |
| Forest Avenue School Glen Ridge, NJ | 6.4 |
| HOVNANIAN SCHOOL New Milford, NJ | 6.4 |
| SHALOM TORAH ACADEMY Morganville, NJ | 6.4 |
| SOUTH JERSEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sicklerville, NJ | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chatham Day School
What grades does Chatham Day School serve?
Chatham Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Chatham Day School?
Chatham Day School has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chatham Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chatham Day School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chatham Day School rank in NJ?
Chatham Day School ranks #269 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Chatham Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chatham Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chatham Day School a private school?
Yes, Chatham Day School 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 Chatham Day School a religious school?
No, Chatham Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 410-0400
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