Very Good
#89 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 17% of private schools
The French American Academy
Elementary School
85 W DEMAREST AVE, Englewood, NJ 07631
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
4.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#89 of 534
In Englewood
#2 of 4
public schools
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The French American Academy
Elementary School in Englewood · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The French American Academy
The French American Academy is a private elementary school in Englewood, NJ. The French American Academy serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The French American Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #89 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, The French American Academy 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 4.6:1 students to teachers, The French American Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The French American Academy 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 French American Academy compares to the 6 public schools in Englewood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Englewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The French American Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Englewood on the Palisades Charter School | 4.7 |
| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Janis E. Dismus Middle School | 6.0 |
| Dwight Morrow High School/Academies@Englewood | 6.1 |
| Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center | 7.6 |
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.
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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
85 W DEMAREST AVE, Englewood, NJ 07631
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The French American Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walter Stillman School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Tenafly), which scores notably higher. Another option is ABILITY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William Cullen Bryant School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Teaneck), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Englewood, see our Englewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,398
Median Home Value
$497,500
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
29,342
College Educated
45.6%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
43
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The French American Academy
What grades does The French American Academy serve?
The French American Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend The French American Academy?
The French American Academy has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The French American Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The French American Academy is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The French American Academy rank in NJ?
The French American Academy ranks #89 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The French American Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
The French American Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The French American Academy a private school?
Yes, The French American Academy 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 French American Academy a religious school?
No, The French American Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 338-8320
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