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#187 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 35% of private schools
The Moriah School
Elementary School
53 S WOODLAND ST, Englewood, NJ 07631
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#187 of 534
In Englewood
#4 of 4
public schools
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The Moriah School
Elementary School in Englewood · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Moriah School
The Moriah School is a private elementary school in Englewood, NJ. The Moriah School serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Moriah School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #187 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, The Moriah School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Moriah 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 Moriah School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Englewood, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Moriah School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Englewood on the Palisades Charter School | 4.7 |
| Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center | 7.6 |
| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Janis E. Dismus Middle School | 6.0 |
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
53 S WOODLAND ST, Englewood, NJ 07631
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Moriah School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ABILITY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is School No. 3 (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Fort Lee), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Englewood, see our Englewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Upper School Englewood Cliffs | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Englewood | 0.7 mi | — |
| JAPANESE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY Englewood Cliffs | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| North Cliff School Englewood Cliffs | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| School No. 3 Fort Lee | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| THE ELISABETH MORROW SCHOOL Englewood | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Donald A. Quarles Early Childhood Center Englewood | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Englewood on the Palisades Charter School Englewood | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| THE FRENCH AMERICAN ACADEMY Englewood | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Dr. John Grieco Elementary School Englewood | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Fort Lee High School Fort Lee | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| ABILITY SCHOOL Englewood | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School Englewood | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Leonia Middle School Leonia | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| J Spencer Smith School Tenafly | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| FUSION ACADEMY ENGLEWOOD Englewood | 1.5 mi | — |
| GREEN HOUSE PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fort Lee | 1.9 mi | — |
| Leonia High School Leonia | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| School No. 2 Fort Lee | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Janis E. Dismus Middle School Englewood | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood 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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albert Payson Terhune Elementary Wayne, NJ | 6.8 |
| Allen W. Roberts School New Providence, NJ | 6.8 |
| Applegarth Elementary School Monroe Twp, NJ | 6.8 |
| Avon Avenue School Newark, NJ | 6.8 |
| Bartle Elementary School Highland Park, NJ | 6.8 |
| Central Elementary School East Brunswick, NJ | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Moriah School
What grades does The Moriah School serve?
The Moriah School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Moriah School?
The Moriah School has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Moriah School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Moriah School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Moriah School rank in NJ?
The Moriah School ranks #187 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Moriah School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Moriah School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Moriah School a private school?
Yes, The Moriah School is a private coeducational school with a Jewish 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 Moriah School a religious school?
The Moriah School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 483
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Bergen County
- Phone
- (201) 567-0208
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