Very Good
#105 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 20% of private schools
The Phoenix Center
School
16 MONSIGNOR OWENS PL, Nutley, NJ 71103
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#105 of 534
In Nutley
#1 of 2
public schools
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The Phoenix Center
School in Nutley · grades UG – UG. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Phoenix Center
The Phoenix Center is a private school in Nutley, NJ. The Phoenix Center serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Phoenix Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #105 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, The Phoenix Center 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, The Phoenix Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Phoenix Center 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 Phoenix Center compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Nutley, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Phoenix Center (this school) | 7.3 |
| Washington School | 6.0 |
| Nutley High School | 5.6 |
| John H. Walker Middle School | 6.7 |
| Yantacaw School | 6.4 |
| Lincoln School | 5.4 |
| Radcliffe School | 6.0 |
| Spring Garden School | 8.1 |
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
16 MONSIGNOR OWENS PL, Nutley, NJ 71103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Phoenix Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Belleville PS5 (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Belleville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Belleville PS3 (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Belleville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Belleville PS7 (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Belleville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Nutley, see our Nutley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Washington School Nutley | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE ACADEMY Nutley | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Belleville PS5 Belleville | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Nutley High School Nutley | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Yantacaw School Nutley | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Belleville PS9 Belleville | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| John H. Walker Middle School Nutley | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY DAY NURSERY AND CONVENT Nutley | 0.8 mi | — |
| Belleville High School Belleville | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Roosevelt School Lyndhurst | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Belleville PS3 Belleville | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Belleville PS7 Belleville | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Franklin School Lyndhurst | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Lyndhurst High School Lyndhurst | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| George Washington Elementary School North Arlington | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Belleville Middle School Belleville | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Radcliffe School Nutley | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Clifton Early Learner Academies - Allwood Clifton | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hornblower Early Edudcation Elementary Sch Belleville | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| THE MEADOW'S SCHOOL Clifton | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 71103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$27,958
Median Home Value
$74,200
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
6,142
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
43.2%
Poverty Rate
35.7%
Median Age
47.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL Pennington, NJ | 7.2 |
| BEACON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bayonne, NJ | 7.4 |
| LARC SCHOOL Bellmawr, NJ | 7.4 |
| MAARIF SCHOOL Bloomfield, NJ | 7.4 |
| PG CHAMBERS SCHOOL Cedar Knolls, NJ | 7.4 |
| THE LEWIS SCHOOL OF PRINCETON Princeton, NJ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Phoenix Center
What grades does The Phoenix Center serve?
The Phoenix Center serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend The Phoenix Center?
The Phoenix Center has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Phoenix Center?
The student-teacher ratio at The Phoenix Center 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 Phoenix Center rank in NJ?
The Phoenix Center ranks #105 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Phoenix Center's MySchoolScout rating?
The Phoenix Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Phoenix Center a private school?
Yes, The Phoenix Center 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 Phoenix Center a religious school?
No, The Phoenix Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 124
- Gender Split
- 77% M / 23% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (973) 542-0743
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