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#180 of 534 private schools in NJ

Top 34% of private schools

Eclc of New Jersey

School

21 LUM AVE, Chatham, NJ 07928

Private

Enrollment

166

Student-Teacher

5.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New Jersey private schools

#180 of 534

In Chatham

#1 of 2

public schools

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Eclc of New Jersey

6.9/10

School in Chatham · grades UG – UG. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Eclc of New Jersey

Eclc of New Jersey is a private school in Chatham, NJ. Eclc of New Jersey serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Eclc of New Jersey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it compares0.5 pts above NJ schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 166 students, Eclc of New Jersey 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, Eclc of New Jersey sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Eclc of New Jersey 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

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How Eclc of New Jersey compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Chatham, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
This School
vs
11:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
166
This School
vs
587
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 15.7% vs 0%
Black 8.4% vs 0%
Asian 7.2% vs 0%
Eclc of New Jersey Chatham Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Eclc of New Jersey (this school) 6.9
Washington Avenue School 5.2
Chatham Middle School 7.5
Milton Avenue School 6.0
Lafayette Avenue School 6.8
Chatham High School 6.3
Southern Boulevard School 5.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 49%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 166
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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)

White 68.7%
Hispanic 15.7%
Black 8.4%
Asian 7.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

21 LUM AVE, Chatham, NJ 07928

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eclc of New Jersey may also want to explore other schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Summit), which scores notably higher. Another option is Madison Junior School (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Madison), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln-Hubbard Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Summit), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chatham, see our Chatham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S ACADEMY OF CHATHAM Chatham 0.2 mi
Washington Avenue School Chatham 0.3 mi 5.2
SPROUT HOUSE Chatham 0.3 mi
Chatham Middle School Chatham 0.5 mi 7.5
Milton Avenue School Chatham 0.7 mi 6.0
Lafayette Avenue School Chatham 0.8 mi 6.8
Chatham High School Chatham 1.0 mi 6.3
Washington Elementary School Summit 1.1 mi 9.1
MAGIC KINGDOM DAY NURSERY Florham Park 1.3 mi
Kings Road School Madison 1.2 mi 5.8
ORATORY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Summit 1.3 mi 5.9
Summit High School Summit 1.5 mi 8.6
Primary Center at Wilson Summit 1.8 mi 4.7
KENT PLACE SCHOOL Summit 1.7 mi 6.9
Southern Boulevard School Chatham 1.5 mi 5.5
Madison Junior School Madison 1.7 mi 8.7
CORNERSTONE SCHOOL OF SUMMIT Summit 1.9 mi
Salt Brook School New Providence 2.1 mi 7.9
Lincoln-Hubbard Elementary School Summit 1.8 mi 8.7
Franklin Elementary School Summit 2.1 mi 8.1

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

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CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL Pennington, NJ 7.2
THE PHOENIX CENTER Nutley, NJ 7.3
LIFE CENTER ACADEMY Burlington, NJ 6.5
RISING STAR ACADEMY Union City, NJ 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eclc of New Jersey

What grades does Eclc of New Jersey serve?

Eclc of New Jersey serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Eclc of New Jersey?

Eclc of New Jersey has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eclc of New Jersey?

The student-teacher ratio at Eclc of New Jersey is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Eclc of New Jersey rank in NJ?

Eclc of New Jersey ranks #180 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is Eclc of New Jersey's MySchoolScout rating?

Eclc of New Jersey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Eclc of New Jersey a private school?

Yes, Eclc of New Jersey 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 Eclc of New Jersey a religious school?

No, Eclc of New Jersey is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
166
Gender Split
66% M / 34% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Morris County

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