Very Good
#149 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 28% of private schools
Reed Academy
School
25 POTASH RD, Oakland, NJ 07436
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.0
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#149 of 534
In Oakland
#4 of 5
public schools
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Reed Academy
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About Reed Academy
Reed Academy is a private school in Oakland, NJ. Reed Academy serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Reed Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Reed Academy 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 6:1 students to teachers, Reed Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Reed Academy 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 Reed Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Oakland, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Reed Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Dogwood Hill Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Indian Hills High School | 6.7 |
| Valley Middle School | 7.2 |
| Heights Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Manito Elementary 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
25 POTASH RD, Oakland, NJ 07436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Reed Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. CTC (rated 7.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE NEW JERSEY JAPANESE SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakland, see our Oakland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CTC Oakland | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Dogwood Hill Elementary School Oakland | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| BARNSTABLE ACADEMY Oakland | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Indian Hills High School Oakland | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF OAKLAND Oakland | 0.7 mi | — |
| Valley Middle School Oakland | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Colonial Road School Franklin Lakes | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| GERRARD BERMAN DAY SCHOOL Oakland | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| THE NEW JERSEY JAPANESE SCHOOL Oakland | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Heights Elementary School Oakland | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| ACADEMY OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT Franklin Lakes | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| High Mountain Road School Franklin Lakes | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Manito Elementary School Oakland | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Pines Lake Elementary School Wayne | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Franklin Avenue Middle School Franklin Lakes | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Wayne Hills High School Wayne | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Lakeside School Pompton Lakes | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Schuyler Colfax Middle School Wayne | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI OF WAYNE Wayne | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,763
Median Home Value
$566,900
Median Rent
$1,466/mo
Population
12,676
College Educated
54.4%
Homeownership
91.8%
Avg Commute
30.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
41.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALPINE LEARNING GROUP Paramus, NJ | 7.0 |
| DAVID GREGORY SCHOOL Paramus, NJ | 6.9 |
| GARDEN ACADEMY West Orange, NJ | 7.1 |
| COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Passaic, NJ | 6.8 |
| ROCK BROOK SCHOOL Skillman, NJ | 6.8 |
| SAWTELLE LEARNING CENTER Montclair, NJ | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Reed Academy
What grades does Reed Academy serve?
Reed Academy serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Reed Academy?
Reed Academy has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Reed Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Reed Academy is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Reed Academy rank in NJ?
Reed Academy ranks #149 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Reed Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Reed Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Reed Academy a private school?
Yes, Reed Academy 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 Reed Academy a religious school?
No, Reed Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 86% M / 14% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 644-0760
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