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#195 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 36% of private schools
Scicore Academy
School
156 MAXWELL AVE, Hightstown, NJ 08520
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
111
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#195 of 534
In Hightstown
#2 of 2
public schools
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Scicore Academy
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About Scicore Academy
Scicore Academy is a private school in Hightstown, NJ. Scicore Academy serves approximately 111 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Scicore Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #195 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 111 students, Scicore 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Scicore Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Scicore 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 Scicore Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Hightstown, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hightstown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Scicore Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| Grace N. Rogers Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Walter C. Black Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Hightstown High School | 5.0 |
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
156 MAXWELL AVE, Hightstown, NJ 08520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scicore Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Roosevelt Public School (rated 8.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Roosevelt), which scores notably higher. Another option is Village Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby West Windsor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cranbury School (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Cranbury), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hightstown, see our Hightstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCICORE ACADEMY Highstown | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| PEDDIE SCHOOL Hightstown | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Grace N. Rogers Elementary School Hightstown | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Walter C. Black Elementary School Hightstown | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Hightstown High School Hightstown | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Ethel McKnight Elementary School East Windsor | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Perry L. Drew Elementary School East Windsor | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| KIDS KOTTAGE LEARNING CENTER East Windsor | 1.6 mi | — |
| LEARNING EXPERIENCE- THE East Windsor | 1.9 mi | — |
| Cranbury School Cranbury | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Melvin H. Kreps Middle School East Windsor | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Cranbury | 3.2 mi | — |
| Oak Tree Elementary School Monroe Township | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Applegarth Elementary School Monroe Twp | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Roosevelt Public School Roosevelt | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF THE WINDSORS West Windsor | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Thomas R Grover Middle School West Windsor | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Village Elementary School West Windsor | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Sharon School Robbinsville | 5.0 mi | 7.6 |
| KINDERCARE Princeton Junction | 4.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,282
Median Home Value
$361,800
Median Rent
$1,556/mo
Population
29,321
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TRINITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL INC. Voorhees, NJ | 6.8 |
| FLEX SCHOOL Berkeley Heights, NJ | 6.9 |
| FLEXSCHOOL Berkeley Heights, NJ | 6.9 |
| THE CALAIS SCHOOL Whippany, NJ | 6.9 |
| THE CENTER SCHOOL Somerset, NJ | 7.1 |
| THE LEWIS SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scicore Academy
What grades does Scicore Academy serve?
Scicore Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Scicore Academy?
Scicore Academy has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scicore Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Scicore Academy is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Scicore Academy rank in NJ?
Scicore Academy ranks #195 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Scicore Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Scicore Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Scicore Academy a private school?
Yes, Scicore 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 Scicore Academy a religious school?
No, Scicore Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 111
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Mercer County
- Phone
- (609) 448-8950
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