Very Good
#93 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 17% of private schools
Dawn Treader Christian School
Elementary School
1 MARKET ST, Paterson, NJ 07501
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
86
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#93 of 534
In Paterson
#1 of 2
public schools
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Dawn Treader Christian School
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About Dawn Treader Christian School
Dawn Treader Christian School is a private elementary school in Paterson, NJ. Dawn Treader Christian School serves approximately 86 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dawn Treader Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #93 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 86 students, Dawn Treader Christian 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, Dawn Treader Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dawn Treader Christian 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 Dawn Treader Christian School compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Paterson, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dawn Treader Christian School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Community Charter School of Paterson | 6.4 |
| School 2 | 7.3 |
| School 5 | 6.6 |
| Young Men's Academy | 5.3 |
| School 3 | 5.4 |
| Dale Avenue | 3.7 |
| School 7 | 7.3 |
| Norman S. Weir | 8.3 |
| School 19 | 7.1 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy | 5.0 |
| Joseph A. Taub School | 5.0 |
| School 28 | 7.4 |
| Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School | 3.3 |
| Edward W. Kilpatrick | 2.5 |
| School 8 | 5.6 |
| School 15 | 6.6 |
| Philip's Academy Charter School of Paterson | 7.6 |
| Senator Frank Lautenberg School | 4.6 |
| Roberto Clemente | 5.2 |
| School 27 | 5.8 |
Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Paterson
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
1 MARKET ST, Paterson, NJ 07501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dawn Treader Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norman S. Weir (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is School 28 (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, School 2 (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Paterson, see our Paterson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| College Achieve Paterson Charter School Tinton Falls | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Community Charter School of Paterson Paterson | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| COMPASSION HOUSE OUTREACH MNSTR & CHRSTAN EDUC CTR Paterson | 0.2 mi | — |
| School 2 Paterson | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Paterson Arts and Science Charter School Fair Lawn | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| International High School Paterson | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| School 5 Paterson | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| School 3 Paterson | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| John F. Kennedy High School Paterson | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Young Men's Academy Paterson | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Newcomers High School Paterson | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| School 7 Paterson | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Norman S. Weir Paterson | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Dale Avenue Paterson | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| School 28 Paterson | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Paterson P-TECH High School Paterson | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| School 19 Paterson | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Rev. Dr. Frank Napier Jr. School Paterson | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Alexander Hamilton Academy Paterson | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Joseph A. Taub School Paterson | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,699
Median Home Value
$304,400
Median Rent
$1,442/mo
Population
35,321
College Educated
8.9%
Homeownership
16%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.7%
Median Age
31.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beach Haven School Beach Haven, NJ | 7.4 |
| Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School Newton, NJ | 7.4 |
| Joseph F. Cappello School Hamilton, NJ | 7.4 |
| KANGAROO KIDS CHILDCARE & LEARNING CENTER Branchburg, NJ | 7.4 |
| WATERFRONT MONTESSORI Jersey City, NJ | 7.5 |
| ST ELIZABETH NURSERY & MONTESSORI SCHOOL Parsippany, NJ | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dawn Treader Christian School
What grades does Dawn Treader Christian School serve?
Dawn Treader Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Dawn Treader Christian School?
Dawn Treader Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 86 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dawn Treader Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dawn Treader Christian School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dawn Treader Christian School rank in NJ?
Dawn Treader Christian School ranks #93 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Dawn Treader Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dawn Treader Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dawn Treader Christian School a private school?
Yes, Dawn Treader Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Dawn Treader Christian School a religious school?
Dawn Treader Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 86
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 345-9830
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