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#294 of 534 private schools in NJ
New Hope School
Elementary School
780 CLIFTON AVE, Clifton, NJ 07013
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
58
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#294 of 534
In Clifton
#2 of 6
public schools
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New Hope School
Elementary School in Clifton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Hope School
New Hope School is a private elementary school in Clifton, NJ. New Hope School serves approximately 58 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. New Hope School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #294 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 58 students, New Hope School 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, New Hope School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Hope School 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 New Hope School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Clifton, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Hope School (this school) | 6.3 |
| School #3 | 6.8 |
| School #13 | 6.6 |
| School #15 | 6.9 |
| School #2 | 6.7 |
| Christopher Columbus Middle School | 6.3 |
| School #14 | 6.3 |
| Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton | 3.8 |
| School #1 | 6.5 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School | 6.4 |
| School #17 | 5.6 |
| School #4 | 7.4 |
| School #12 | 7.2 |
| School #11 | 6.4 |
| School #9 | 8.6 |
| School #16 | 8.8 |
| School #5 | 7.8 |
| School #8 | 3.2 |
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
780 CLIFTON AVE, Clifton, NJ 07013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Hope School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. School #4 (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is School #15 (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Passaic), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Clifton, see our Clifton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| School #3 Clifton | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Clifton High School Clifton | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| School #13 Clifton | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| School #15 Clifton | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Christopher Columbus Middle School Clifton | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Clifton Early Learner Academies - Brighton Clifton | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| School #2 Clifton | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| School #14 Clifton | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| School #1 Clifton | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| THE LEARNING CENTER FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton | 1.1 mi | — |
| LEARNING CTR-EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN Clifton | 1.1 mi | — |
| TODAYS LEARNING CENTER Clifton | 1.1 mi | — |
| Classical Academy Charter School of Clifton Clifton | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| BRIGHT START ACADEMY Clifton | 0.9 mi | — |
| NJEDDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clifton | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| NJEDDA HIGH SCHOOL Clifton | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| School #4 Clifton | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Woodrow Wilson Middle School Clifton | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Sallie D. Gamble School No. 7 Passaic | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| BAIS YAAKOV MACHON ORA Passaic | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,291
Median Home Value
$462,700
Median Rent
$1,696/mo
Population
29,419
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BNOT SHIRAH OF DEAL Deal, NJ | 6.2 |
| ERIAL COMMUNITY CHURCH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Erial, NJ | 6.1 |
| ST ANN CLASSICAL ACADEMY Raritan, NJ | 6.5 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF OCEAN CITY Lakewood, NJ | 6.0 |
| Edison Early Learning Center Edison, NJ | 6.0 |
| JCC OF CENTRAL NEW JERSEY Scotch Plains, NJ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Hope School
What grades does New Hope School serve?
New Hope School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend New Hope School?
New Hope School has an enrollment of approximately 58 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Hope School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Hope School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Hope School rank in NJ?
New Hope School ranks #294 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is New Hope School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Hope School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Hope School a private school?
Yes, New Hope School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is New Hope School a religious school?
New Hope School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 58
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Passaic County
- Phone
- (973) 473-4144
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