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#361 of 534 private schools in NJ
New Road School of Somerset
High School
2200 COTTONTAIL LN, Somerset, NJ 08873
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#361 of 534
In Somerset
#6 of 6
public schools
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New Road School of Somerset
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About New Road School of Somerset
New Road School of Somerset is a private high school in Somerset, NJ. New Road School of Somerset serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. New Road School of Somerset has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #361 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 70 students, New Road School of Somerset 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, New Road School of Somerset sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Road School of Somerset 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 Road School of Somerset compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Somerset, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Road School of Somerset (this school) | 5.9 |
| Franklin High School | 4.9 |
| Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School | 6.0 |
| Central Jersey College Prep Charter School | 5.4 |
| Franklin Middle School at Sampson G. Smith Campus | 6.6 |
| Franklin Middle School at Hamilton Street Campus | 5.7 |
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
2200 COTTONTAIL LN, Somerset, NJ 08873
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Road School of Somerset may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Somerset Secondary Academy (rated 6.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bound Brook High School (rated 5.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Bound Brook), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Franklin High School (rated 4.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Somerset, see our Somerset schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin High School Somerset | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| THE CENTER SCHOOL Somerset | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Elizabeth Avenue School Somerset | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Central Jersey College Prep Charter School Somerset | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Thomas Edison EnergySmart Charter School Somerset | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Robert Morris School South Bound Brook Boe | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CEDAR HILL PREP SCHOOL Somerset | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| LaMonte-Annex Elementary School Bound Brook | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| SADIQ SCHOOL Somerset | 1.8 mi | — |
| Community Middle School Bound Brook | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Lafayette Elementary School Bound Brook | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SOMERSET BIBLE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN AC Somerset | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Bound Brook High School Bound Brook | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Smalley Elementary School Bound Brook | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Somerset Elementary Academy Bridgewater | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| The Career Center of the SCESC Bridgewater | 2.6 mi | — |
| Somerset Secondary Academy Bridgewater | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Roosevelt School Manville | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Weston Elementary School Manville | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| RARITAN VALLEY MONTESSORI ACADEMY Bridgewater | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08873 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,866
Median Home Value
$438,600
Median Rent
$1,942/mo
Population
55,862
College Educated
54.5%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cape May County High School Cape May Court House, NJ | 5.9 |
| Lodi MS HS Lodi, NJ | 5.9 |
| MESIVTA OF EATONTOWN Lakewood, NJ | 6.0 |
| YESHIVA BAIS HACHINUCH Lakewood, NJ | 6.1 |
| MESIVTA OF CENTRAL JERSEY Lakewood, NJ | 5.7 |
| YESHIVA CHESHKAS HATORAH Lakewood, NJ | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Road School of Somerset
What grades does New Road School of Somerset serve?
New Road School of Somerset serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend New Road School of Somerset?
New Road School of Somerset has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Road School of Somerset?
The student-teacher ratio at New Road School of Somerset is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Road School of Somerset rank in NJ?
New Road School of Somerset ranks #361 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is New Road School of Somerset's MySchoolScout rating?
New Road School of Somerset has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Road School of Somerset a private school?
Yes, New Road School of Somerset 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 New Road School of Somerset a religious school?
No, New Road School of Somerset is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 70
- Gender Split
- 14% M / 86% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (732) 271-5775
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