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#463 of 534 private schools in NJ
Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan
School
520 JAMES ST STE 1F, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Enrollment
479
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#463 of 534
In Lakewood
#43 of 83
public schools
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Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan
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About Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan
Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan is a private school in Lakewood, NJ. Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan serves approximately 479 students, and covers grades Pre-K-11th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #463 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan 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 Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan (this school) | 5.0 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| Lakewood High School | 3.9 |
| Piner Elementary School | 8.0 |
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
520 JAMES ST STE 1F, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan may also want to explore other schools in the area. SEPHARDIC BET YAAKOV (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BNOS ESTHER MALKA (rated 4.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA TORAS EMES Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| SHIRAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| YESHIVA EVEN YISROEL Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA MESORAS HATORAH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVA SHAGAS ARYEH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| BNOS PENINA Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| ADERES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| YESHIVAT YAGDIL TORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| BNOS TZIPPA Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SEPHARDIC BET YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| MESIVTA OHR CHAIM MEIR Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| TEHILAS CHAYA SARA Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| YESHIVA CHEMDAT HATORAH Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| MESIVTA OF CENTRAL JERSEY Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,811
Median Home Value
$430,700
Median Rent
$1,701/mo
Population
136,784
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
18.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GLOUCESTER COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sewell, NJ | 5.0 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood, NJ | 4.8 |
| Bankbridge Regional School Sewell, NJ | 4.8 |
| WILDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY North Wildwood, NJ | 5.3 |
| BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood, NJ | 5.4 |
| ATLANTIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Egg Harbor Township, NJ | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan
What grades does Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan serve?
Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan serves students in grades Pre-K through 11th.
How many students attend Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan?
Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan has an enrollment of approximately 479 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan?
The student-teacher ratio at Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan rank in NJ?
Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan ranks #463 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan's MySchoolScout rating?
Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan a private school?
Yes, Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan is a private all-boys 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 Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan a religious school?
Talmud Torah Zecher Yochanan has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 11th
- Enrollment
- 479
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 10.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 245 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 942-4582
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