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Mesivta of North Jersey

High School

181 LAFAYETTE AVE, Passaic, NJ 07055

Private

Enrollment

19

Student-Teacher

4.1:1

Grades

10th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

About Mesivta of North Jersey

Mesivta of North Jersey is a all-boys Jewish private high school in Passaic, NJ 07055. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades 10th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 4.1:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $56,780, where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 19 students, Mesivta of North Jersey is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 4.1:1, Mesivta of North Jersey offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Mesivta of North Jersey operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$7,034
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$6,160
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.88x — At Risk
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
3%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$6,038

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 19 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Mesivta of North Jersey compares to the 20 public schools in Passaic, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.1:1
This School
vs
11.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
19
This School
vs
590
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Mesivta of North Jersey Passaic Public Avg

All Schools in Passaic

School Rating
Mesivta of North Jersey (this school)
Passaic High School No. 12 5.4
Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering 8.9
Passaic Preparatory Academy 8.6
Mario Drago School No. 3 6.0
Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 8.9
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 7.7
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 8.1
Vincent Capuana School No. 15 7.1
William B. Cruise Memorial School No. 11 6.8
Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6 6.1
Etta Gero School No. 9 5.9
Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 7.3
Casimir Pulaski School No. 8 7.2
Hope Academy 7.6
Abraham Lincoln School Number 24
Mahatma Gandhi School Number 25 5.2
Theodore Roosevelt School No. 10 5.5
Ellen Ochoa School Number 22 7.1
Muhammad Ali School Number 23 6.3
Daniel F. Ryan Elementary School No. 19 7.1

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
19 students
Type
Private · Jewish
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.1:1
Address
181 LAFAYETTE AVE, Passaic, NJ 07055
Phone
(973) 916-1900
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

181 LAFAYETTE AVE, Passaic, NJ 07055

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mesivta of North Jersey may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away). Another option is Passaic Preparatory Academy (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away). Additionally, Hope Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away). For more schools in Passaic, see our Passaic schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Passaic High School No. 12 Passaic 0.1 mi 5.4
YESHIVA KTANA OF PASSAIC GIRLS Passaic 0.1 mi 2.9
Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering Passaic 0.3 mi 8.9
Passaic Preparatory Academy Passaic 0.3 mi 8.6
COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Passaic 0.3 mi 6.8
YBH OF PASSAIC-HILLEL Passaic 0.4 mi 4.8
Passaic Arts and Science Charter School Fair Lawn 0.4 mi 5.5
Mario Drago School No. 3 Passaic 0.5 mi 6.0
Passaic Gifted and Talented Academy School No. 20 Passaic 0.5 mi 8.9
Sonia Sotomayor School #21 Passaic 0.6 mi 8.1
William B. Cruise Memorial School No. 11 Passaic 0.6 mi 6.8
NOBLE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Passaic 0.6 mi 6.5
Thomas Jefferson School No. 1 Passaic 0.5 mi 7.7
Martin Luther King Jr. School No. 6 Passaic 0.7 mi 6.1
Vincent Capuana School No. 15 Passaic 0.6 mi 7.1
Jefferson (Annex) Elementary School Wallington 0.7 mi 2.6
YESHIVA KTANA OF PASSAIC BOYS' Passaic 1.0 mi 3.9
Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 Passaic 1.0 mi 7.3
Etta Gero School No. 9 Passaic 1.0 mi 5.9
Hope Academy Passaic 1.1 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,780

Median Home Value

$406,500

Median Rent

$1,392/mo

Population

69,651

College Educated

16.9%

Homeownership

23.5%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

23%

Median Age

30.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Mesivta of North Jersey has a median household income of $56,780. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $406,500, with a median rent of $1,392/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mesivta of North Jersey

What grades does Mesivta of North Jersey serve?

Mesivta of North Jersey serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Mesivta of North Jersey?

Mesivta of North Jersey has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesivta of North Jersey?

The student-teacher ratio at Mesivta of North Jersey is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Mesivta of North Jersey a private school?

Yes, Mesivta of North Jersey 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 of North Jersey a religious school?

Mesivta of North Jersey has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (2,559/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Passaic). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
19
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
205 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
PASSAIC
Data Year
2022–2023

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