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Smart Start Preschool
Elementary School
786 RIVER RD, Fair Haven, NJ 07704
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Smart Start Preschool
Smart Start Preschool is an private elementary school in Fair Haven, NJ 07704. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades Pre-K – TK with a student-teacher ratio of 4.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $237,132, where 81% 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 28 students, Smart Start Preschool 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 4.7:1, Smart Start Preschool offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Smart Start Preschool 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.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2018 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $486
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $378
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.78x — At Risk
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $1,077
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 28 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Smart Start Preschool compares to the 2 public schools in Fair Haven, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Fair Haven
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Smart Start Preschool (this school) | — |
| Viola L Sickles School | 8.4 |
| Knollwood School | 6.7 |
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 – TK
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Address
- 786 RIVER RD, Fair Haven, NJ 07704
- Phone
- (732) 530-3870
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
786 RIVER RD, Fair Haven, NJ 07704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Smart Start Preschool may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Deane-Porter Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Rumson). Another option is Navesink Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Atlantic Highlands). Additionally, Point Road School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Little Silver). For more schools in Fair Haven, see our Fair Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Viola L Sickles School Fair Haven | 0.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Knollwood School Fair Haven | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Red Bank Regional High School Little Silver | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| THE RUMSON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Rumson | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| TOWER HILL SCHOOL Red Bank | 1.6 mi | — |
| Markham Place School Little Silver | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Point Road School Little Silver | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Deane-Porter Elementary School Rumson | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Red Bank Middle School Red Bank | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Forrestdale School Rumson | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School Rumson | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Navesink Elementary School Atlantic Highlands | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Red Bank | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| JERSEY SHORE FREE SCHOOL Little Silver | 2.5 mi | — |
| MOUNTAIN HILL SCHOOL Atlantic Highlands | 2.4 mi | — |
| VINCENT S MASTRO MONTESSORI ACADEMY Shrewsbury | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Red Bank Charter School Red Bank | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Shrewsbury Borough Elementary School Shrewsbury | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Atlantic Highlands Elementary School Atlantic Highlands | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Fairview Elementary School Red Bank | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$237,132
Median Home Value
$943,300
Median Rent
$3,500/mo
Population
6,182
College Educated
81%
Homeownership
92.4%
Poverty Rate
1.2%
Median Age
40.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Smart Start Preschool has a median household income of $237,132. It is a well-educated community where 81% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $943,300, with a median rent of $3,500/month. The local poverty rate of 1.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Smart Start Preschool
What grades does Smart Start Preschool serve?
Smart Start Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Smart Start Preschool?
Smart Start Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Smart Start Preschool?
The student-teacher ratio at Smart Start Preschool is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Smart Start Preschool a private school?
Yes, Smart Start Preschool 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 Smart Start Preschool a religious school?
No, Smart Start Preschool is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Low (198/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Fair Haven). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 28
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- MONMOUTH
- Phone
- (732) 530-3870
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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