Average
#274 of 534 private schools in NJ
Mount Carmel Guild Academy
School
100 VALLEY WAY, West Orange, NJ 07052
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#274 of 534
In West Orange
#4 of 5
public schools
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About Mount Carmel Guild Academy
Mount Carmel Guild Academy is a private school in West Orange, NJ. Mount Carmel Guild Academy serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Carmel Guild Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #274 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Mount Carmel Guild Academy 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.
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, Mount Carmel Guild Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mount Carmel Guild Academy 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 Mount Carmel Guild Academy compares to the 5 public schools in West Orange, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in West Orange
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Carmel Guild Academy (this school) | 6.4 |
| West Orange Early Childhood Learning Center | — |
| West Orange High School | 7.1 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Liberty Middle School | 8.3 |
| Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center | 5.8 |
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
100 VALLEY WAY, West Orange, NJ 07052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Carmel Guild Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Rosa Parks Community School (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Orange), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby W. Orange), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Redwood Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby W. Orange), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Orange, see our West Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edison Middle School W. Orange | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| PLAYHOUSE COOP SCHOOL West Orange | 0.4 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary School W. Orange | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| West Orange Early Childhood Learning Center West Orange | 0.6 mi | — |
| SAWTELLE LEARNING CENTER Montclair | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Nishuane Elementary School Montclair | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Cleveland Street Elementary School Orange | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Orange Early Childhood Center Orange | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Central Elementary School Orange | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Park Avenue Elementary School Orange | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Rosa Parks Community School Orange | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Hillside Elementary School Montclair | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SETON HALL PREPARATORY SCHOOL West Orange | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy East Orange | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Linden Avenue School Glen Ridge | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| East Orange Community Charter School East Orange | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Charles H. Bullock School Montclair | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Redwood Elementary School W. Orange | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| FUSION ACADEMY - MONTCLAIR Montclair | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,456
Median Home Value
$527,200
Median Rent
$1,791/mo
Population
48,323
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| WESTBRIDGE ACADEMY Bloomfield, NJ | 6.4 |
| WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Whippany, NJ | 6.5 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY - DELRAN Delran, NJ | 6.3 |
| NEW ROAD SCHOOL Lakewood, NJ | 6.3 |
| Westlake Westfield, NJ | 6.3 |
| BANCROFT SCHOOL AT VOORMEES PEDIATRIC FACILITY Voorhees, NJ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Carmel Guild Academy
What grades does Mount Carmel Guild Academy serve?
Mount Carmel Guild Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Carmel Guild Academy?
Mount Carmel Guild Academy has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Carmel Guild Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Carmel Guild Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mount Carmel Guild Academy rank in NJ?
Mount Carmel Guild Academy ranks #274 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Mount Carmel Guild Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Carmel Guild Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mount Carmel Guild Academy a private school?
Yes, Mount Carmel Guild Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mount Carmel Guild Academy a religious school?
No, Mount Carmel Guild Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Gender Split
- 84% M / 16% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (197) 332-5440
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