Very Good
#98 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 18% of private schools
The Gramon School
School
24 DWIGHT PL, Fairfield, NJ 07004
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
7.4
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#98 of 534
In Fairfield
#2 of 3
public schools
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About The Gramon School
The Gramon School is a private school in Fairfield, NJ. The Gramon School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Gramon School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #98 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, The Gramon 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 7:1 students to teachers, The Gramon School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Gramon 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 Gramon School compares to the 4 public schools in Fairfield, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Fairfield
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Gramon School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Winston S. Churchill School | 7.7 |
| Essex Campus Academy | 4.0 |
| Essex High School | — |
| Adlai E. Stevenson School | 5.3 |
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
24 DWIGHT PL, Fairfield, NJ 07004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Gramon School may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEW BEGINNINGS (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GLENVIEW ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GLENVIEW ACADEMY Fairfield | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS Fairfield | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Winston S. Churchill School Fairfield | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Essex County West Caldwell Tech West Caldwell | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| West Essex High School North Caldwell | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Essex High School Fairfield | 1.3 mi | — |
| Essex Campus Academy Fairfield | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ESSEX VALLEY SCHOOL West Caldwell | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Harrison School West Caldwell | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Washington Elementary School West Caldwell | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| West Essex Middle School North Caldwell | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Adlai E. Stevenson School Fairfield | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Grover Cleveland Middle School Caldwell | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| James Caldwell High School West Caldwell | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Jefferson Elementary School West Caldwell | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Gould/Mountain Elementary School N. Caldwell | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Grandview Elementary School N. Caldwell | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln Park Elementary School Lincoln Park | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Wilson Elementary School West Caldwell | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Caldwell | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,750
Median Home Value
$651,800
Median Rent
$2,576/mo
Population
7,712
College Educated
51.5%
Homeownership
79.3%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
49.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD ACADEMY Cherry Hill, NJ | 7.5 |
| GATEWAY SCHOOL Carteret, NJ | 7.5 |
| EPIC SCHOOL Paramus Borough, NJ | 7.3 |
| KOHLER ACADEMY Mountainside, NJ | 7.6 |
| SAWTELLE LEARNING CENTER Montclair, NJ | 7.2 |
| GARDEN ACADEMY West Orange, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Gramon School
What grades does The Gramon School serve?
The Gramon School serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend The Gramon School?
The Gramon School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Gramon School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Gramon School is 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 Gramon School rank in NJ?
The Gramon School ranks #98 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Gramon School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Gramon School 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 Gramon School a private school?
Yes, The Gramon 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 Gramon School a religious school?
No, The Gramon School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 93% M / 7% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 212 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 808-9555
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