Below Average
#498 of 534 private schools in NJ
Jewish Educational Center Lower School
Elementary School
330 ELMORA AVE, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
29.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
266
Student-Teacher
29.6:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#498 of 534
In Elizabeth
#2 of 2
public schools
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Jewish Educational Center Lower School
Elementary School in Elizabeth · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Elmora School No. 12
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About Jewish Educational Center Lower School
Jewish Educational Center Lower School is a private elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ. Jewish Educational Center Lower School serves approximately 266 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 29.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jewish Educational Center Lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #498 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Jewish Educational Center Lower School runs 29.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Jewish Educational Center Lower 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 Jewish Educational Center Lower School compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Elizabeth, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Jewish Educational Center Lower School (this school) | 4.5 |
| Elmora School No. 12 | 6.3 |
| Abraham Lincoln School No. 14 | 6.0 |
| Victor Mravlag School No. 21 | 7.1 |
| Dr. Antonia Pantoja School No. 27 | 6.3 |
| Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 | 8.7 |
| Joseph Battin School No 4 | 6.8 |
| Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 | 6.6 |
| Nicholas Murray Butler Academy School No. 23 | 6.1 |
| Winfield Scott School No. 2 | 6.7 |
| Toussaint L'Ouverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6 | 6.2 |
| Robert Morris School No. 18 | 6.6 |
| Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5 | 6.7 |
| Chessie Dentley Roberts Academy School No. 30 | 6.9 |
| Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 | 5.9 |
| Dr. Albert Einstein Academy School No. 29 | 8.4 |
| Madison Monroe School No. 16 | 6.0 |
| Christopher Columbus School No. 15 | 6.6 |
| William F. Halloran School No.22 | 8.0 |
| Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 | 7.3 |
| Terence C. Reilly School No 7 | 7.7 |
Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Elizabeth
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
330 ELMORA AVE, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jewish Educational Center Lower School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Victor Mravlag School No. 21 (rated 7.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harrison Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Roselle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,873
Median Home Value
$425,600
Median Rent
$1,364/mo
Population
32,404
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
27.5%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belvidere Elementary School Belvidere, NJ | 4.5 |
| Birchwood Elementary School Dover, NJ | 4.5 |
| Farmingdale Elementary Farmingdale, NJ | 4.5 |
| Joseph S. Stackhouse School Browns Mills, NJ | 4.5 |
| MORESHES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood, NJ | 4.5 |
| The Village Charter School Trenton, NJ | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jewish Educational Center Lower School
What grades does Jewish Educational Center Lower School serve?
Jewish Educational Center Lower School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Jewish Educational Center Lower School?
Jewish Educational Center Lower School has an enrollment of approximately 266 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jewish Educational Center Lower School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jewish Educational Center Lower School is 29.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Jewish Educational Center Lower School rank in NJ?
Jewish Educational Center Lower School ranks #498 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Jewish Educational Center Lower School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jewish Educational Center Lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Jewish Educational Center Lower School a private school?
Yes, Jewish Educational Center Lower 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 Jewish Educational Center Lower School a religious school?
Jewish Educational Center Lower School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 266
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (908) 355-4850
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