Average
#329 of 534 private schools in NJ
Tehilas Chaya Sara
Elementary School
1115 CROSS ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#329 of 534
In Lakewood
#11 of 83
public schools
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Tehilas Chaya Sara
Elementary School in Lakewood · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tehilas Chaya Sara
Tehilas Chaya Sara is a private elementary school in Lakewood, NJ. Tehilas Chaya Sara serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Tehilas Chaya Sara has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #329 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Tehilas Chaya Sara sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Tehilas Chaya Sara 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 Tehilas Chaya Sara compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tehilas Chaya Sara (this school) | 6.1 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| 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
1115 CROSS ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tehilas Chaya Sara may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. YESHIVA MESORAS HATORAH (rated 5.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BNOS TZIPPA (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BNOS ESTHER MALKA (rated 5.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MESIVTA OHR CHAIM MEIR Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVA MESORAS HATORAH Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVA SHAGAS ARYEH Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| YESHIVA EVEN YISROEL Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| BNOS TZIPPA Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ADERES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| YESHIVA TORAS EMES Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| SHIRAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Christa McAuliffe Middle School Jackson | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Jackson Liberty High School Jackson | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| YESHIVA SHAAR HATALMUD Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| TALMUD TORAH ZECHER YOCHANAN Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| BNOS PENINA Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| DERECH HATORAH OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 1.8 mi | — |
| YESHIVA BAIS AHARON Lakewood | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
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
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| Canfield Avenue School Mine Hill, NJ | 6.1 |
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| Franklin Township School Quakertown, NJ | 6.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tehilas Chaya Sara
What grades does Tehilas Chaya Sara serve?
Tehilas Chaya Sara serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Tehilas Chaya Sara?
Tehilas Chaya Sara has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tehilas Chaya Sara?
The student-teacher ratio at Tehilas Chaya Sara is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Tehilas Chaya Sara rank in NJ?
Tehilas Chaya Sara ranks #329 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Tehilas Chaya Sara's MySchoolScout rating?
Tehilas Chaya Sara 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 Tehilas Chaya Sara a private school?
Yes, Tehilas Chaya Sara is a private all-girls 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 Tehilas Chaya Sara a religious school?
Tehilas Chaya Sara has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 318
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 370-0100
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