Very Good
#118 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 22% of private schools
Primary Prep Elementary School
Elementary School
41 TUERS AVE, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 7th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#118 of 534
In Jersey City
#5 of 18
public schools
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Primary Prep Elementary School
Elementary School in Jersey City · grades Pre-K – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Primary Prep Elementary School
Primary Prep Elementary School is a private elementary school in Jersey City, NJ. Primary Prep Elementary School serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Pre-K-7th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Primary Prep Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #118 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Primary Prep Elementary 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 Primary Prep Elementary School compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Jersey City, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Primary Prep Elementary School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. School | 5.8 |
| Joseph H. Brensinger School | 5.9 |
| Learning Community Charter School | 6.3 |
| Mahatma K. Gandhi School | 6.0 |
| Julia A. Barnes School | 8.5 |
| The Ethical Community Charter School | 6.0 |
| BelovED Community Charter School | 5.0 |
| Dr. Michael Conti School | 8.7 |
| Jersey City Golden Door Charter School | 5.5 |
| Dr. Charles P. DeFuccio School | 6.2 |
| Regional Day School | 5.9 |
| Jotham W. Wakeman School | 8.6 |
| Rev. Dr. Ercel F. Webb School | 7.3 |
| Dr Lena Edwards Academic Charter School | 4.8 |
| Ollie Culbreth Jr. School | 3.5 |
| Patricia M. Noonan School PS #26 | 4.2 |
| Franklin L. Williams School | 5.7 |
| Middle School # 4 | 5.9 |
| Dr. Paul Rafalides School | 8.1 |
| Chaplain Charles Watters School | 5.3 |
Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in Jersey City
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
41 TUERS AVE, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Primary Prep Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Julia A. Barnes School (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ALOYSIUS ELEMENTARY ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MOSDOS OF GREENVILLE (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jersey City, see our Jersey City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,861
Median Home Value
$502,600
Median Rent
$1,619/mo
Population
54,567
College Educated
50.1%
Homeownership
23.6%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Essex Fells Elementary School Essex Fells, NJ | 7.2 |
| Intervale Elementary School Boonton, NJ | 7.2 |
| Ironbound Academy Elementary School Newark, NJ | 7.2 |
| Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School Long Branch, NJ | 7.2 |
| Lincoln Garwood, NJ | 7.2 |
| Red Bank Elementary School West Deptford, NJ | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Primary Prep Elementary School
What grades does Primary Prep Elementary School serve?
Primary Prep Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 7th.
How many students attend Primary Prep Elementary School?
Primary Prep Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Primary Prep Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Primary Prep Elementary School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Primary Prep Elementary School rank in NJ?
Primary Prep Elementary School ranks #118 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Primary Prep Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Primary Prep Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Primary Prep Elementary School a private school?
Yes, Primary Prep Elementary School 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 Primary Prep Elementary School a religious school?
No, Primary Prep Elementary School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 7th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Gender Split
- 78% M / 22% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Hudson County
- Phone
- (201) 333-8844
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