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#230 of 534 private schools in NJ

Top 43% of private schools

The Learning Experience

Elementary School

2650 WOODBRIDGE AVE, Edison, NJ 08837

Private

Enrollment

34

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 1st

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New Jersey private schools

#230 of 534

In Edison

#3 of 6

public schools

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The Learning Experience

6.6/10

Elementary School in Edison · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Apple Montessori School of Edison

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About The Learning Experience

The Learning Experience is a private elementary school in Edison, NJ. The Learning Experience serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Learning Experience has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #230 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it comparesOn par with NJ schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NJ avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 34 students, The Learning Experience 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, The Learning Experience sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Learning Experience 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

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How The Learning Experience compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Edison, NJ

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
This School
vs
12.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
34
This School
vs
585
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 29.4% vs 0%
White 14.7% vs 0%
The Learning Experience Edison Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Learning Experience (this school) 6.6
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School 7.3
Edison Early Learning Center 6.0
Lincoln Elementary School 6.9
Washington Elementary School 7.6
Lindeneau Elementary School 6.8
James Monroe Elementary School 6.1
John Marshall Elementary School 5.6
Woodbrook Elementary School 7.2
Menlo Park Elementary School 6.9
James Madison Primary School 5.6
Franklin D Roosevelt School 6.5
Martin Luther King Elementary School 6.8

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,600
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 58%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Enrollment 34
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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)

Two or More 55.9%
Asian 29.4%
White 14.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2650 WOODBRIDGE AVE, Edison, NJ 08837

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Learning Experience may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Benjamin Franklin Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edison, see our Edison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF EDISON Edison 0.4 mi
Edison Academy Magnet School Edison 0.6 mi 7.6
LITTLE GENIUS ACADEMY Edison 0.9 mi
JOHN KENNEY CHILD CARE CENTER HELLER PARK Edison 1.1 mi
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School Edison 1.0 mi 7.3
Edgar Middle School Metuchen 1.4 mi 8.6
Lincoln Elementary School Edison 1.2 mi 6.9
Edison Early Learning Center Edison 1.1 mi 6.0
EDGAR EARLY LEARNING CENTER Metuchen 1.6 mi
Edison High School Edison 1.3 mi 4.4
Mildred B. Moss Elementary School Metuchen 1.9 mi 6.0
Washington Elementary School Edison 1.6 mi 7.6
CALLICORP DBA FRIENDS OF THE FAMILY CHILD CARE CEN Metuchen 2.1 mi
Herbert Hoover Middle School Edison 1.9 mi 5.4
PRECIOUS GEMS MONTESSORI Metuchen 2.3 mi
Campbell Elementary School Metuchen 2.3 mi 6.9
ST FRANCIS CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Metuchen 2.3 mi 5.6
NEW FRIENDS CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL Edison 2.1 mi
ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Metuchen 2.9 mi 5.5
Metuchen High School Metuchen 2.9 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08837 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,948

Median Home Value

$432,500

Median Rent

$1,778/mo

Population

19,954

College Educated

52.4%

Homeownership

50.2%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

36

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SUNDANCE SCHOOL North Plainfield, NJ 6.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Learning Experience

What grades does The Learning Experience serve?

The Learning Experience serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.

How many students attend The Learning Experience?

The Learning Experience has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Learning Experience?

The student-teacher ratio at The Learning Experience is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Learning Experience rank in NJ?

The Learning Experience ranks #230 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is The Learning Experience's MySchoolScout rating?

The Learning Experience has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Learning Experience a private school?

Yes, The Learning Experience 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 Learning Experience a religious school?

No, The Learning Experience is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
34
Gender Split
29% M / 71% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
200 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County

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