Very Good
#135 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 25% of private schools
The Center School
School · Somerset, NJ
A private school in Somerset, NJ serving grades 2nd – 12th.
2 RIVERVIEW DR STE 1, Somerset, NJ 08873
- 3.7:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. NJ average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where The Center School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 18Car-Dependent
- Bike 23Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$117,866
Median home value
$438,600
Median rent
$1,942/mo
College educated
54.5%
Homeownership
67.3%
Poverty rate
6.4%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 08873; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Edison Energysmart Charter SchoolCharter · enrollment unverified | 6.0 | K–12 | 2.2 mi | 608 | Compare → |
| Central Jersey College Prep Charter SchoolCharter · enrollment unverified | 5.4 | K–12 | 2.4 mi | 1,357 | Compare → |
| Somerset Bible Baptist Christian AcPrivate · tuition | 6.2private | K–12 | 2.6 mi | 68 | Compare → |
| Rutgers Preparatory SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.7private | PK–12 | 3.5 mi | 647 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
The Center School is listed in Somerset, NJ; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About The Center School
The Center School is a private school in Somerset, NJ, serving approximately 73 students in grades 2nd-12th with a 3.7:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 534 private schools in NJ.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about The Center School
What grades does The Center School serve?
The Center School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend The Center School?
The Center School has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Center School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Center School is 3.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Center School rank in NJ?
The Center School ranks #135 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Center School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Center School a private school?
Yes, The Center 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 Center School a religious school?
No, The Center School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (908) 253-3870
- Area population (ZIP 08873)
- 55,862
- Area average commute
- 33.7 min
- Area median age
- 40.3
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 08873; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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