Average
#236 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 44% of private schools
Jcc of Central New Jersey
Elementary School
1391 MARTINE AVE, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#236 of 534
In Scotch Plains
#1 of 5
public schools
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Jcc of Central New Jersey
Elementary School in Scotch Plains · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Jcc of Central New Jersey
Jcc of Central New Jersey is a private elementary school in Scotch Plains, NJ. Jcc of Central New Jersey serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jcc of Central New Jersey has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #236 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 67 students, Jcc of Central 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Jcc of Central New Jersey sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Jcc of Central 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
BetaHow Jcc of Central New Jersey compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Scotch Plains, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jcc of Central New Jersey (this school) | 6.6 |
| Terrill Middle School | 7.9 |
| William J. McGinn Elementary School | 7.0 |
| J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Union County Tech | 7.9 |
| Academy For Allied Health Sciences | 7.7 |
| Union County Magnet High School | 7.2 |
| Academy For Performing Arts | 6.9 |
| Academy For Information Technology | 6.5 |
| Union County Career & Technical Institute | — |
| Howard B. Brunner Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Hillcrest Academy-North | 5.1 |
| Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School | 5.5 |
| Malcolm E Nettingham Middle School | 6.7 |
| School One Elementary | 5.9 |
| Evergreen Elementary School | 4.5 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
1391 MARTINE AVE, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jcc of Central New Jersey may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Howard B. Brunner Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William J. McGinn Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Scotch Plains, see our Scotch Plains schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,564
Median Home Value
$696,900
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
24,667
College Educated
65%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
35.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
42.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jcc of Central New Jersey
What grades does Jcc of Central New Jersey serve?
Jcc of Central New Jersey serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Jcc of Central New Jersey?
Jcc of Central New Jersey has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jcc of Central New Jersey?
The student-teacher ratio at Jcc of Central New Jersey is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Jcc of Central New Jersey rank in NJ?
Jcc of Central New Jersey ranks #236 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Jcc of Central New Jersey's MySchoolScout rating?
Jcc of Central New Jersey 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 Jcc of Central New Jersey a private school?
Yes, Jcc of Central New Jersey 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 Jcc of Central New Jersey a religious school?
Jcc of Central New Jersey has a Jewish religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 67
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (908) 889-8800
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