Excellent
#11 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 2% of private schools
Gerrard Berman Day School
Elementary School
45 SPRUCE ST, Oakland, NJ 07436
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#11 of 534
In Oakland
#1 of 5
public schools
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About Gerrard Berman Day School
Gerrard Berman Day School is a private elementary school in Oakland, NJ. Gerrard Berman Day School serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Gerrard Berman Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, Gerrard Berman 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, Gerrard Berman Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gerrard Berman 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 Gerrard Berman Day School compares to the 5 public schools in Oakland, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Oakland
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gerrard Berman Day School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Dogwood Hill Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Valley Middle School | 7.2 |
| Indian Hills High School | 6.7 |
| Heights Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Manito Elementary 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
45 SPRUCE ST, Oakland, NJ 07436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gerrard Berman Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dogwood Hill Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln School (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Pompton Lakes), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Heights Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF OAKLAND Oakland | 0.3 mi | — |
| Valley Middle School Oakland | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Dogwood Hill Elementary School Oakland | 0.5 mi | 9.3 |
| BARNSTABLE ACADEMY Oakland | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| REED ACADEMY Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CTC Oakland | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Indian Hills High School Oakland | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| THE NEW JERSEY JAPANESE SCHOOL Oakland | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Colonial Road School Franklin Lakes | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Lakeside School Pompton Lakes | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Heights Elementary School Oakland | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Pines Lake Elementary School Wayne | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Pompton Lakes High School Pompton Lakes | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Lenox School Pompton Lakes | 2.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Lincoln School Pompton Lakes | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Haskell Elementary School Haskell | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Manito Elementary School Oakland | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| AL-GHAZALY JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Wayne | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Wanaque Elementary School Wanaque | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,763
Median Home Value
$566,900
Median Rent
$1,466/mo
Population
12,676
College Educated
54.4%
Homeownership
91.8%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
41.9
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|---|---|
| PRINCETON FRIENDS SCHOOL Princeton, NJ | 8.2 |
| HOLY SAVIOR ACADEMY South Plainfield, NJ | 8.1 |
| Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired Mountain Lakes, NJ | 8.1 |
| Long Beach Island Grade School Ship Bottom, NJ | 8.1 |
| YINGHUA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Kingston, NJ | 8.1 |
| Avon Elementary School Avon, NJ | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gerrard Berman Day School
What grades does Gerrard Berman Day School serve?
Gerrard Berman Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Gerrard Berman Day School?
Gerrard Berman Day School has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gerrard Berman Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gerrard Berman Day School is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gerrard Berman Day School rank in NJ?
Gerrard Berman Day School ranks #11 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Gerrard Berman Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gerrard Berman Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gerrard Berman Day School a private school?
Yes, Gerrard Berman Day School is a private coeducational 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 Gerrard Berman Day School a religious school?
Gerrard Berman Day School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 92
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 337-1111
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