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#189 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 35% of private schools
Hawthorne Christian Academy
School
2000 STATE ROUTE 208, Hawthorne, NJ 07506
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#189 of 534
In Hawthorne
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Hawthorne Christian Academy
Hawthorne Christian Academy is a private school in Hawthorne, NJ. Hawthorne Christian Academy serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawthorne Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Hawthorne Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hawthorne Christian Academy 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 Hawthorne Christian Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Hawthorne, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hawthorne Christian Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| Thomas Jefferson Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Hawthorne High School | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Middle School | 8.8 |
| Washington Elementary School | 5.9 |
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
2000 STATE ROUTE 208, Hawthorne, NJ 07506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawthorne Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lincoln Middle School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, High Mountain School (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby North Haledon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,093
Median Home Value
$499,200
Median Rent
$1,828/mo
Population
19,472
College Educated
45.3%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
42.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawthorne Christian Academy
What grades does Hawthorne Christian Academy serve?
Hawthorne Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Hawthorne Christian Academy?
Hawthorne Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Christian Academy is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hawthorne Christian Academy rank in NJ?
Hawthorne Christian Academy ranks #189 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Hawthorne Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawthorne Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hawthorne Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Hawthorne Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hawthorne Christian Academy a religious school?
Hawthorne Christian Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 398
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 423-3331
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