Very Good
#51 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 9% of private schools
Darul Arqam School
School
8 THOMAS ST, South River, NJ 08882
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#51 of 534
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Darul Arqam School
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About Darul Arqam School
Darul Arqam School is a private school in South River, NJ. Darul Arqam School serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Darul Arqam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 163 students, Darul Arqam 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, Darul Arqam School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Darul Arqam 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 Darul Arqam School compares to the 4 public schools in South River, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in South River
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Darul Arqam School (this school) | 7.7 |
| South River Elementary School | 4.6 |
| South River Middle School | 4.5 |
| South River Primary School | 5.1 |
| South River High School | 4.0 |
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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8 THOMAS ST, South River, NJ 08882
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Darul Arqam School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Bowne-Munro Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irwin Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby East Brunswick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Woodrow Wilson Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Sayreville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in South River, see our South River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08882 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,853
Median Home Value
$382,500
Median Rent
$1,599/mo
Population
16,007
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OCEAN COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Toms River, NJ | 7.7 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS Fairfield, NJ | 7.8 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montville, NJ | 7.6 |
| HAWKSWOOD SCHOOL Eatontown, NJ | 7.9 |
| CHILDRENS CENTER OF MONMOUTH COUNTY Neptune, NJ | 8.0 |
| THE CRAIG SCHOOL Mountain Lakes, NJ | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Darul Arqam School
What grades does Darul Arqam School serve?
Darul Arqam School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Darul Arqam School?
Darul Arqam School has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Darul Arqam School?
The student-teacher ratio at Darul Arqam School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Darul Arqam School rank in NJ?
Darul Arqam School ranks #51 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Darul Arqam School's MySchoolScout rating?
Darul Arqam School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Darul Arqam School a private school?
Yes, Darul Arqam School is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Darul Arqam School a religious school?
Darul Arqam School has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 163
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (732) 238-0038
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