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#443 of 534 private schools in NJ
The Brookside School
Elementary School
2135 HWY 35, Sea Girt, NJ 08750
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#443 of 534
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The Brookside School
Elementary School in Sea Girt · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Brookside School
The Brookside School is a private elementary school in Sea Girt, NJ. The Brookside School serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Brookside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #443 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, The Brookside School 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.
The Brookside School 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 The Brookside School compares to the 2 public schools in Sea Girt, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Sea Girt
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Brookside School (this school) | 5.2 |
| Old Mill Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Sea Girt Elementary School | 6.6 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
2135 HWY 35, Sea Girt, NJ 08750
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Brookside School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spring Lake Heights Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is Manasquan Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Manasquan), which scores notably higher. Additionally, H W Mountz Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Spring Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sea Girt, see our Sea Girt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Old Mill Elementary School Sea Girt | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ATLANTIS PREP SCHOOL Manasquan | 0.8 mi | — |
| Wall Intermediate School Wall | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| HILL AND DALE SCHOOL Manasquan | 1.2 mi | — |
| Manasquan High School Manasquan | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Manasquan Elementary School Manasquan | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Sea Girt Elementary School Sea Girt | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Wall High School Wall | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Spring Lake Heights Elementary School Spring Lake Heights | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Communications High School Wall | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Brielle Elementary School Brielle | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ST CATHARINE SCHOOL Spring Lake | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Wall Primary School Wall | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| MONMOUTH MONTESORI ACADEMY Spring Lake | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| H W Mountz Elementary School Spring Lake | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Allenwood Elementary School Wall | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| West Belmar Elementary School Wall | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Academy Charter High School Lake Como | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Central Elementary School Wall | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| G. Harold Antrim Elementary School Point Pleasant Beach | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08750 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,357
Median Home Value
$1,117,800
Median Rent
$2,039/mo
Population
3,624
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
83.5%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
57
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Port Republic Elementary School Port Republic, NJ | 5.2 |
| CHEDER TIFERES YISROEL Lakewood, NJ | 5.3 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Manahawkin, NJ | 5.1 |
| ACTON ACADEMY OF BERGEN COUNTY Closter, NJ | 5.0 |
| JAPANESE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY Englewood Cliffs, NJ | 5.4 |
| LITTLE FLOWER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Edison, NJ | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Brookside School
What grades does The Brookside School serve?
The Brookside School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Brookside School?
The Brookside School has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Brookside School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Brookside School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Brookside School rank in NJ?
The Brookside School ranks #443 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Brookside School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Brookside School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Brookside School a private school?
Yes, The Brookside School 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 The Brookside School a religious school?
No, The Brookside School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Phone
- (732) 449-4747
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