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#412 of 534 private schools in NJ
Mesivta Keren Orah
High School
1500 PINE ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
129
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#412 of 534
In Lakewood
#26 of 83
public schools
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About Mesivta Keren Orah
Mesivta Keren Orah is a private high school in Lakewood, NJ. Mesivta Keren Orah serves approximately 129 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesivta Keren Orah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #412 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 129 students, Mesivta Keren Orah 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.
Mesivta Keren Orah 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 Mesivta Keren Orah compares to the 9 public schools in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lakewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mesivta Keren Orah (this school) | 5.5 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| Lakewood High School | 3.9 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| Piner Elementary School | 8.0 |
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
1500 PINE ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesivta Keren Orah may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIKOR HATORAH (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CONG. MIKOR HATORAH (rated 6.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH (rated 5.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TALMUD TORAH DARCHEI AVOSEINU Lakewood | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| UTA OF LAKEWOOD INC. Kekewood | 0.1 mi | 4.0 |
| TALMUD TORAH OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW ROAD SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| BNOS ORCHOS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| YESHIVA OHR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| MESIVTA TORAH TEMIMAH OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI OORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| YESHIVA ORCHOS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| LAKEWOOD CHEDER SCHOOL BOYS Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| LAKEWOOD CHEDER SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Camden Big Picture Learning Academy Camden, NJ | 5.5 |
| Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School Camden, NJ | 5.6 |
| MCVS Assunpink Shared Time Center/Rubino Trenton, NJ | 5.4 |
| Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy Trenton, NJ | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood, NJ | 5.4 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood, NJ | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesivta Keren Orah
What grades does Mesivta Keren Orah serve?
Mesivta Keren Orah serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mesivta Keren Orah?
Mesivta Keren Orah has an enrollment of approximately 129 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesivta Keren Orah?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesivta Keren Orah is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mesivta Keren Orah rank in NJ?
Mesivta Keren Orah ranks #412 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Mesivta Keren Orah's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesivta Keren Orah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mesivta Keren Orah a private school?
Yes, Mesivta Keren Orah 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 Mesivta Keren Orah a religious school?
Mesivta Keren Orah has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 129
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 11 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 961-7923
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