Below Average
#499 of 534 private schools in NJ
Machzikei Hadas
Elementary School
1401 RIDGE AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#499 of 534
In Lakewood
#65 of 83
public schools
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Machzikei Hadas
Elementary School in Lakewood · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Machzikei Hadas
Machzikei Hadas is a private elementary school in Lakewood, NJ. Machzikei Hadas serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Machzikei Hadas has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #499 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Machzikei Hadas 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 Machzikei Hadas compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Machzikei Hadas (this school) | 4.5 |
| Piner Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
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
1401 RIDGE AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Machzikei Hadas may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lakewood Early Childhood Center (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Piner Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ella G Clarke Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Piner Elementary School Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| YESHIVA TORAS YISROEL INC Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA YAAROS DEVASH Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| TIFERES CHAYA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| COASTAL LEARNING CENTER - MONMOUTH Howell | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| YESHIVA TORAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH KEREN HATORAH Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Howell Township Middle School South Howell | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Ramtown Elementary School Howell | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Greenville Elementary School Howell | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| TORAS IMECHA/BNOS BINA-ATERES NECHAMA Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| YESHIVA NACHLEI TORAH Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Lakewood High School Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Lakewood Middle School Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| MORESHES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School Lakewood | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SHALVA HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 2.1 mi | — |
| YESHIVA ORCHOS CHAIM Lakewood | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Ocean County Vocational Technical School Brick Center Brick | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,811
Median Home Value
$430,700
Median Rent
$1,701/mo
Population
136,784
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
18.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Birchwood Elementary School Dover, NJ | 4.5 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Scotch Plains, NJ | 4.5 |
| Knollwood Elementary School Piscataway, NJ | 4.5 |
| Ronald L. Meinders Primary Learning Center Manahawkin, NJ | 4.5 |
| Sixteenth Avenue School Elmwood Park, NJ | 4.5 |
| Taunton Elementary School Howell, NJ | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Machzikei Hadas
What grades does Machzikei Hadas serve?
Machzikei Hadas serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Machzikei Hadas?
Machzikei Hadas has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Machzikei Hadas?
The student-teacher ratio at Machzikei Hadas is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Machzikei Hadas rank in NJ?
Machzikei Hadas ranks #499 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Machzikei Hadas's MySchoolScout rating?
Machzikei Hadas 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 Machzikei Hadas a private school?
Yes, Machzikei Hadas is a private all-boys 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 Machzikei Hadas a religious school?
Machzikei Hadas has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 485
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 188 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 366-1500
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