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#371 of 534 private schools in NJ
Cheder Bnai Torah
Elementary School
166 MAIN ST, Lakewood, NJ 87011
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#371 of 534
In Lakewood
#17 of 83
public schools
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Cheder Bnai Torah
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About Cheder Bnai Torah
Cheder Bnai Torah is a private elementary school in Lakewood, NJ. Cheder Bnai Torah serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cheder Bnai Torah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #371 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Cheder Bnai Torah 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 Cheder Bnai Torah compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cheder Bnai Torah (this school) | 5.8 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Piner Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Ocean Academy Charter 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
166 MAIN ST, Lakewood, NJ 87011
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cheder Bnai Torah may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lakewood Early Childhood Center (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ella G Clarke Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clifton Ave Grade School (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAIS FAIGA GRATTER BUILDING Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| BAIS SARAH INC Lakewood | 0.3 mi | — |
| YESHIVA MASORAS AVOS Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF OCEAN CITY Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| NESIVOS HATORAH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| SATMAR CHEDER/UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| YESHIVA CHESHKAS HATORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLA OHR CHADOSH Lakewood | 0.9 mi | — |
| MESIVTA OF CENTRAL JERSEY Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| BAIS FAIGA SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 3.1 |
| YESHIVAT YAGDIL TORAH Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| NACHLAS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| TALMUD TORAH YESODEI HATORAH INC. Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| SEPHARDIC BET YAAKOV Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Lakewood Middle School Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
5
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
0%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cheder Bnai Torah
What grades does Cheder Bnai Torah serve?
Cheder Bnai Torah serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Cheder Bnai Torah?
Cheder Bnai Torah has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cheder Bnai Torah?
The student-teacher ratio at Cheder Bnai Torah is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cheder Bnai Torah rank in NJ?
Cheder Bnai Torah ranks #371 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Cheder Bnai Torah's MySchoolScout rating?
Cheder Bnai Torah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cheder Bnai Torah a private school?
Yes, Cheder Bnai Torah is a private all-boys 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 Cheder Bnai Torah a religious school?
Cheder Bnai Torah has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 361
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 220 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 367-5508
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