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#455 of 534 private schools in NJ
Nesivos Hatorah
Elementary School
655 PRINCETON AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
275
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#455 of 534
In Lakewood
#40 of 83
public schools
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Nesivos Hatorah
Elementary School in Lakewood · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Nesivos Hatorah
Nesivos Hatorah is a private elementary school in Lakewood, NJ. Nesivos Hatorah serves approximately 275 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Nesivos Hatorah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #455 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Nesivos 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 Nesivos Hatorah compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Nesivos Hatorah (this school) | 5.1 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Piner Elementary School | 8.0 |
| 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
655 PRINCETON AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nesivos Hatorah may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lakewood Early Childhood Center (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ella G Clarke Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clifton Ave Grade School (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SATMAR CHEDER/UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| YESHIVA CHESHKAS HATORAH Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| BAIS SARAH INC Lakewood | 0.3 mi | — |
| YESHIVA GEDOLA OHR CHADOSH Lakewood | 0.3 mi | — |
| BAIS FAIGA GRATTER BUILDING Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| YESHIVA MASORAS AVOS Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| NACHLAS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| CHEDER BNAI TORAH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| TALMUD TORAH YESODEI HATORAH INC. Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| BAIS FAIGA SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Lakewood High School Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Lakewood Middle School Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF OCEAN CITY Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| TORAS IMECHA/BNOS BINA-ATERES NECHAMA Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| MESIVTA OF CENTRAL JERSEY Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| NEW JERSEY CENTER FOR JUDAIC STDS Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| YESHIVAT YAGDIL TORAH Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
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
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| Central Elementary School Orange, NJ | 5.1 |
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| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School Englewood, NJ | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nesivos Hatorah
What grades does Nesivos Hatorah serve?
Nesivos Hatorah serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Nesivos Hatorah?
Nesivos Hatorah has an enrollment of approximately 275 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nesivos Hatorah?
The student-teacher ratio at Nesivos Hatorah is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Nesivos Hatorah rank in NJ?
Nesivos Hatorah ranks #455 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Nesivos Hatorah's MySchoolScout rating?
Nesivos Hatorah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Nesivos Hatorah a private school?
Yes, Nesivos 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 Nesivos Hatorah a religious school?
Nesivos Hatorah has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 275
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 905-1888
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