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#328 of 534 private schools in NJ
Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co
Elementary School
275 MCKINLEY AVE, New Milford, NJ 07646
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#328 of 534
In New Milford
#2 of 2
public schools
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Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co
Elementary School in New Milford · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co
Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co is a private elementary school in New Milford, NJ. Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #328 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co 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 Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co compares to the 4 public schools in New Milford, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in New Milford
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co (this school) | 6.1 |
| David E. Owens Middle School | 6.9 |
| New Milford High School | 6.5 |
| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Berkley Street School | 5.1 |
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
275 MCKINLEY AVE, New Milford, NJ 07646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Bergenfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Selzer Elementary\Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Dumont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Milford, see our New Milford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Milford High School New Milford | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| INSTITUTE FOR EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT New Milford | 0.3 mi | — |
| David E. Owens Middle School New Milford | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Bertrand F. Gibbs Elementary School New Milford | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Berkley Street School New Milford | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| HOVNANIAN SCHOOL New Milford | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Oradell | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dumont | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Roosevelt School River Edge | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| SINAI SCHOOL AT RYNJ River Edge | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| YESHIVA OF NORTH JERSEY River Edge | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Bergenfield High School Bergenfield | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Franklin Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| River Dell Middle School River Edge | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| River Dell Regional High School Oradell | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS AT GRACE LUTHERAN River Edge | 1.1 mi | — |
| Selzer Elementary\Middle School Dumont | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Dumont High School Dumont | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Oradell Public School Oradell | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Bergenfield | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,513
Median Home Value
$554,800
Median Rent
$1,722/mo
Population
16,882
College Educated
48%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
39.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co
What grades does Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co serve?
Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co?
Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co?
The student-teacher ratio at Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co rank in NJ?
Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co ranks #328 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co's MySchoolScout rating?
Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co a private school?
Yes, Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co a religious school?
Solomon Schechter Day School of Bergen Co has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 262-9898
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