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#204 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 38% of private schools
The Rumson Country Day School
Elementary School
35 BELLEVUE AVE, Rumson, NJ 07760
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#204 of 534
In Rumson
#1 of 2
public schools
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The Rumson Country Day School
Elementary School in Rumson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Rumson Country Day School
The Rumson Country Day School is a private elementary school in Rumson, NJ. The Rumson Country Day School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Rumson Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #204 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, The Rumson Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Rumson Country Day 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 Rumson Country Day School compares to the 3 public schools in Rumson, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Rumson
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Rumson Country Day School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School | 7.7 |
| Deane-Porter Elementary School | 6.4 |
| Forrestdale 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.
Data Unavailable
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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
35 BELLEVUE AVE, Rumson, NJ 07760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Rumson Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Point Road School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Little Silver), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monmouth Beach Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Monmouth Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Long Branch), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rumson, see our Rumson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deane-Porter Elementary School Rumson | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School Rumson | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Forrestdale School Rumson | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Viola L Sickles School Fair Haven | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| SMART START PRESCHOOL Fair Haven | 1.1 mi | — |
| Red Bank Regional High School Little Silver | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Knollwood School Fair Haven | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| HOLY CROSS ACADEMY Rumson | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Point Road School Little Silver | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Henry Hudson Regional School Highlands | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Markham Place School Little Silver | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Navesink Elementary School Atlantic Highlands | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Highlands Elementary School Highlands | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Monmouth Beach Elementary School Monmouth Beach | 2.7 mi | 8.3 |
| TOWER HILL SCHOOL Red Bank | 2.5 mi | — |
| Maple Place Middle School Oceanport | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| JERSEY SHORE FREE SCHOOL Little Silver | 2.9 mi | — |
| Red Bank Middle School Red Bank | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Lenna W. Conrow Elementary School Long Branch | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Atlantic Highlands Elementary School Atlantic Highlands | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$217,545
Median Home Value
$1,275,000
Median Rent
$2,108/mo
Population
9,557
College Educated
75.4%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
42.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
46.5
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| ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Tenafly, NJ | 6.7 |
| Billingsport Elementary School Paulsboro, NJ | 6.7 |
| Daniel Webster School Weehawken, NJ | 6.7 |
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| Eleanor Van Gelder Edgewater, NJ | 6.7 |
| Franklin School Saddle Brook, NJ | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Rumson Country Day School
What grades does The Rumson Country Day School serve?
The Rumson Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Rumson Country Day School?
The Rumson Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Rumson Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Rumson Country Day School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Rumson Country Day School rank in NJ?
The Rumson Country Day School ranks #204 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is The Rumson Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Rumson Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Rumson Country Day School a private school?
Yes, The Rumson Country Day 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 Rumson Country Day School a religious school?
No, The Rumson Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 297
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 166 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Phone
- (732) 842-0527
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