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The Learning Gate
Elementary School
816 OLD YORK RD, Raritan, NJ 08869
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
0.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
0.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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The Learning Gate
Elementary School in Raritan · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Learning Gate
The Learning Gate is a private elementary school in Raritan, NJ. The Learning Gate serves approximately 12 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 0.8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 12 students, The Learning Gate 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 0.8:1 students to teachers, The Learning Gate sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Learning Gate 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 Learning Gate compares to the 1 public school in Raritan, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Raritan
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Learning Gate (this school) | — |
| John F. Kennedy Primary School | 6.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.8:1
- Address
- 816 OLD YORK RD, Raritan, NJ 08869
- Phone
- (908) 722-6789
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NJ aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
816 OLD YORK RD, Raritan, NJ 08869
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Learning Gate may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Van Holten Primary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Bridgewater). Another option is Van Derveer Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Somerville). Additionally, STELLAR ACADEMY OF HILLSBOROUGH (rated 6.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Hillsborough). For more schools in Raritan, see our Raritan schools guide .
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20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08869 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,699
Median Home Value
$449,200
Median Rent
$1,927/mo
Population
8,192
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Learning Gate
What grades does The Learning Gate serve?
The Learning Gate serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend The Learning Gate?
The Learning Gate has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Learning Gate?
The student-teacher ratio at The Learning Gate is 0.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is The Learning Gate a private school?
Yes, The Learning Gate 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 Gate a religious school?
No, The Learning Gate is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 12
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 240 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (908) 722-6789
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