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#257 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 48% of private schools
Tiferes Chaim
High School
924 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#257 of 534
In Lakewood
#5 of 83
public schools
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About Tiferes Chaim
Tiferes Chaim is a private high school in Lakewood, NJ. Tiferes Chaim serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Tiferes Chaim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #257 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Tiferes Chaim 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Tiferes Chaim sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Tiferes Chaim 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 Tiferes Chaim compares to the 9 public schools in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lakewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tiferes Chaim (this school) | 6.5 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Lakewood High School | 3.9 |
| Piner Elementary School | 8.0 |
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.
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
924 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tiferes Chaim may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIKOR HATORAH (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is CONG. MIKOR HATORAH (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHEDVAS BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVAS OHR HACHINUCH Lakewood | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| KNESSES BAIS LEVI Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| TALMUD TORAH BAIS AVROHOM Lakewood | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI OORAH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| BNOS BROCHA Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| CHEDVAS BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| NEW ROAD SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| CHEDER TIFERES YISROEL Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| MESIVTA OF EATONTOWN Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| YESHIVA BIRCHAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 08701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,811
Median Home Value
$430,700
Median Rent
$1,701/mo
Population
136,784
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
50.8%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
24.7%
Median Age
18.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BANYAN UPPER SCHOOL Little Falls, NJ | 6.5 |
| MESIVTA OF CLIFTON Clifton, NJ | 6.5 |
| FOXMAN TORAH INSTITUTE Cherry Hill, NJ | 6.6 |
| Somerset Secondary Academy Bridgewater, NJ | 6.4 |
| CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood, NJ | 6.3 |
| MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood, NJ | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tiferes Chaim
What grades does Tiferes Chaim serve?
Tiferes Chaim serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Tiferes Chaim?
Tiferes Chaim has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tiferes Chaim?
The student-teacher ratio at Tiferes Chaim is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Tiferes Chaim rank in NJ?
Tiferes Chaim ranks #257 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Tiferes Chaim's MySchoolScout rating?
Tiferes Chaim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Tiferes Chaim a private school?
Yes, Tiferes Chaim is a private all-boys 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 Tiferes Chaim a religious school?
Tiferes Chaim has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 11 hours
- Days Per Year
- 226 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 806-9007
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