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One Step Ahead Learning Center
Elementary School
ONE 4TH AVE, East Orange, NJ 07017
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
15
Student-Teacher
15:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About One Step Ahead Learning Center
One Step Ahead Learning Center is an Christian, no specific denomination private elementary school in East Orange, NJ 07017. The school serves approximately 15 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,552, where 22% 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 15 students, One Step Ahead Learning Center 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.
As a private school, One Step Ahead Learning Center 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow One Step Ahead Learning Center compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in East Orange, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| One Step Ahead Learning Center (this school) | — |
| Gordon Parks Academy | 4.9 |
| Shelia Y. Oliver Academy | 5.5 |
| Cicely L. Tyson Community Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Dionne Warwick Institute | 7.7 |
| Edward T. Bowser Sr. School of Excellence | 4.2 |
| Althea Gibson Academy | 6.9 |
| Wahlstrom Early Childhood Academy | 6.7 |
| J. Garfield Jackson Sr. Academy | 5.9 |
| Ecole Toussaint Louverture | 4.3 |
| Whitney E. Houston Academy | 6.7 |
| East Orange Community Charter School | 4.6 |
| Langston Hughes Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Johnnie L. Cochran Jr. Academy | 7.5 |
| Benjamin Banneker Academy | 5.6 |
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
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 15 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Address
- ONE 4TH AVE, East Orange, NJ 07017
- Phone
- (973) 677-7614
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NJ aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
ONE 4TH AVE, East Orange, NJ 07017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering One Step Ahead Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roseville Community Charter School (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Newark). Another option is Dionne Warwick Institute (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, Dr. William H. Horton Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Newark). For more schools in East Orange, see our East Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,552
Median Home Value
$316,700
Median Rent
$1,346/mo
Population
40,809
College Educated
21.8%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
36.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding One Step Ahead Learning Center has a median household income of $61,552. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $316,700, with a median rent of $1,346/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.4%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about One Step Ahead Learning Center
What grades does One Step Ahead Learning Center serve?
One Step Ahead Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend One Step Ahead Learning Center?
One Step Ahead Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 15 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at One Step Ahead Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at One Step Ahead Learning Center is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is One Step Ahead Learning Center a private school?
Yes, One Step Ahead Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is One Step Ahead Learning Center a religious school?
One Step Ahead Learning Center has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,446/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (East Orange). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 15
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- ESSEX
- Phone
- (973) 677-7614
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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