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#381 of 534 private schools in NJ
Jardine Academy
School
75 ROD SMITH PL, Cranford, NJ 07016
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#381 of 534
In Cranford
#2 of 3
public schools
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Jardine Academy
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About Jardine Academy
Jardine Academy is a private school in Cranford, NJ. Jardine Academy serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jardine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #381 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 69 students, Jardine Academy 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, Jardine Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Jardine 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 Jardine Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Cranford, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jardine Academy (this school) | 5.7 |
| Hillside Avenue School | 7.7 |
| Walnut Avenue School | 4.8 |
| Bloomingdale Avenue School | 4.9 |
| Livingston Avenue School | 5.5 |
| Orange Avenue School | 7.0 |
| Cranford High School | 6.1 |
| Brookside Place School | 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
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
75 ROD SMITH PL, Cranford, NJ 07016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jardine Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Valley Road School (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Clark), which scores notably higher. Another option is CORNERSTONE DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hillside Avenue School (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cranford, see our Cranford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNERSTONE DAY SCHOOL Cranford | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Hillside Avenue School Cranford | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Cranford | 0.6 mi | — |
| Number 10 Linden | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Bloomingdale Avenue School Cranford | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Washington Elementary School Roselle | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Walnut Avenue School Cranford | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Cranford | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Winfield Township Winfield | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Ernest J. Finizio Jr. - Aldene School Roselle Park | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Livingston Avenue School Cranford | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Myles J. McManus MIddle School Linden | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Orange Avenue School Cranford | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Roselle Park High School Roselle Park | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Number 9 Linden | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Cranford High School Cranford | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Leonard V Moore Middle School Roselle | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Grace Wilday Junior High School Roselle | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Valley Road School Clark | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Warren G. Harding Elementary School Kenilworth | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,629
Median Home Value
$635,800
Median Rent
$2,116/mo
Population
23,841
College Educated
64.8%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jardine Academy
What grades does Jardine Academy serve?
Jardine Academy serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Jardine Academy?
Jardine Academy has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jardine Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Jardine Academy is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Jardine Academy rank in NJ?
Jardine Academy ranks #381 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Jardine Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Jardine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Jardine Academy a private school?
Yes, Jardine Academy 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 Jardine Academy a religious school?
No, Jardine Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 69
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (908) 603-1460
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