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#223 of 534 private schools in NJ

Top 42% of private schools

Immaculate Heart of Mary School

Elementary School

580 RATZER RD, Wayne, NJ 07470

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New Jersey private schools

#223 of 534

In Wayne

#5 of 5

public schools

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About Immaculate Heart of Mary School

Immaculate Heart of Mary School is a private elementary school in Wayne, NJ. Immaculate Heart of Mary School serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Immaculate Heart of Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #223 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it comparesOn par with NJ schools

6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 168 students, Immaculate Heart of Mary 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.

Immaculate Heart of Mary 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

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How Immaculate Heart of Mary School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Wayne, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.6:1

This School

12.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

168

This School

403

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

7.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 11.9% vs 0%

Black 6% vs 0%

Asian 6% vs 0%

Immaculate Heart of Mary School Wayne Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Immaculate Heart of Mary School (this school)	—	168	12.6:1	6.6
Packanack Elementary School	0.2 mi	412	13.3:1	7.7
George Washington Middle School	0.9 mi	489	9.1:1	7.3
Theunis Dey Elementary School	1.1 mi	457	15.2:1	8.2
Preakness Early Childhood Center	1.2 mi	208	13.9:1	7.8
Schuyler Colfax Middle School	1.3 mi	633	9.7:1	8.0
James Fallon Elementary School	1.5 mi	369	14.2:1	7.8
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary	1.5 mi	367	13.6:1	6.8
John F. Kennedy Elementary School	1.6 mi	371	13.7:1	7.3
Randall Carter Elementary School	1.6 mi	328	12.6:1	8.7
Ryerson Elementary School	1.6 mi	248	9.9:1	8.0
Lafayette Elementary School	1.9 mi	339	14.7:1	5.5
Anthony Wayne Middle School	2.2 mi	644	9.8:1	7.6
Pines Lake Elementary School	2.4 mi	372	12:1	6.6

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

B- 4.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.1 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,295

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 54%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.2 / 10

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Enrollment 168

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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 65.5%

Hispanic 11.9%

Two or More 10.7%

Black 6.0%

Asian 6.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

580 RATZER RD, Wayne, NJ 07470

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Immaculate Heart of Mary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Randall Carter Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Theunis Dey Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ryerson Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Packanack Elementary School Wayne	0.2 mi	412	7.7
DE PAUL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Wayne	0.8 mi	465	6.8
Theunis Dey Elementary School Wayne	1.1 mi	457	8.2
George Washington Middle School Wayne	0.9 mi	489	7.3
Schuyler Colfax Middle School Wayne	1.3 mi	633	8.0
Preakness Early Childhood Center Wayne	1.2 mi	208	7.8
Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne	1.5 mi	367	6.8
Randall Carter Elementary School Wayne	1.6 mi	328	8.7
Wayne Hills High School Wayne	1.5 mi	1,181	6.4
James Fallon Elementary School Wayne	1.5 mi	369	7.8
Ryerson Elementary School Wayne	1.6 mi	248	8.0
Wayne Valley High School Wayne	1.7 mi	1,235	6.2
AL-GHAZALY JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL Wayne	1.9 mi	353	7.7
John F. Kennedy Elementary School Wayne	1.6 mi	371	7.3
APPLE MONTESSORI OF WAYNE Wayne	1.8 mi	102	7.1
CALVARY LEARNING CENTER Wayne	1.9 mi	5	—
Lafayette Elementary School Wayne	1.9 mi	339	5.5
Pines Lake Elementary School Wayne	2.4 mi	372	6.6
LAKEVIEW LEARNING CENTER Wayne	2.7 mi	11	—
PIONEER ACADEMY Wayne	2.6 mi	310	7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07470 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$151,561

Median Home Value

$596,700

Median Rent

$2,126/mo

Population

54,131

College Educated

56.8%

Homeownership

78.6%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Immaculate Heart of Mary School

What grades does Immaculate Heart of Mary School serve?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Immaculate Heart of Mary School?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Heart of Mary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Heart of Mary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Immaculate Heart of Mary School rank in NJ?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School ranks #223 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is Immaculate Heart of Mary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Immaculate Heart of Mary School a private school?

Yes, Immaculate Heart of Mary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Immaculate Heart of Mary School a religious school?

Immaculate Heart of Mary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 19 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 168
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 185 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Passaic County
Phone: (973) 694-1225

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