Below Average
#472 of 534 private schools in NJ
Mesivta Nezer Hatorah
High School
301 ESSEX AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#472 of 534
In Lakewood
#50 of 83
public schools
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Mesivta Nezer Hatorah
High School in Lakewood · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mesivta Nezer Hatorah
Mesivta Nezer Hatorah is a private high school in Lakewood, NJ. Mesivta Nezer Hatorah serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesivta Nezer Hatorah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #472 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, Mesivta Nezer Hatorah 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 Nezer Hatorah 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 Nezer Hatorah compares to the 9 public schools in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lakewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mesivta Nezer Hatorah (this school) | 4.9 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| Lakewood High School | 3.9 |
| 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
301 ESSEX AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesivta Nezer Hatorah may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MIKOR HATORAH (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TIFERES CHAIM (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVA BIRCHAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MESIVTA NER MOSHE Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| TASHBAR OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI OORAH Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Oak Street Elem School Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| KNESSES BAIS LEVI Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| YESHIVAS OHR HACHINUCH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| TIFERES CHAIM Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| YESHIVA BIRCHAS CHAIM Lakewood, NJ | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA TORAS YISROEL INC Lakewood, NJ | 4.9 |
| Hunterdon Polytech Bartles Corner Campus Flemington, NJ | 5.0 |
| Academy Charter High School Lake Como, NJ | 4.8 |
| Bayonne Alternative High School Bayonne, NJ | 5.1 |
| KNESSES BAIS LEVI Lakewood, NJ | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesivta Nezer Hatorah
What grades does Mesivta Nezer Hatorah serve?
Mesivta Nezer Hatorah serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mesivta Nezer Hatorah?
Mesivta Nezer Hatorah has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesivta Nezer Hatorah?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesivta Nezer Hatorah is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mesivta Nezer Hatorah rank in NJ?
Mesivta Nezer Hatorah ranks #472 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Mesivta Nezer Hatorah's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesivta Nezer Hatorah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mesivta Nezer Hatorah a private school?
Yes, Mesivta Nezer Hatorah 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 Nezer Hatorah a religious school?
Mesivta Nezer Hatorah has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 132
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 11 hours
- Days Per Year
- 251 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 363-0800
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