Excellent
#21 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 4% of private schools
The Craig School
School
15 TOWER HILL RD, Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#21 of 534
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The Craig School
School in Mountain Lakes · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Craig School
The Craig School is a private school in Mountain Lakes, NJ. The Craig School serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. The Craig School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, The Craig 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.
At 4.2:1 students to teachers, The Craig School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Craig 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 Craig School compares to the 4 public schools in Mountain Lakes, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mountain Lakes
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Craig School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired | 8.1 |
| Wildwood Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Briarcliff Middle School | 7.9 |
| Mountain Lakes High School | 7.5 |
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
15 TOWER HILL RD, Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Craig School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wildwood Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rockaway Valley School (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Boonton Township), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lake Drive Program for Hearing Impaired (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mountain Lakes, see our Mountain Lakes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$915,100
Median Rent
$2,941/mo
Population
4,535
College Educated
84.4%
Homeownership
97.1%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Median Age
43.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Craig School
What grades does The Craig School serve?
The Craig School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend The Craig School?
The Craig School has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Craig School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Craig School is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Craig School rank in NJ?
The Craig School ranks #21 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Craig School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Craig School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Craig School a private school?
Yes, The Craig 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 Craig School a religious school?
No, The Craig School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 334-1234
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