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Below Average

#521 of 534 private schools in NJ

Uta of Lakewood Inc.

School

1400 PINE ST AND 1995 SWARTHMORE AVE, Kekewood, NJ 08701

Private

Enrollment

694

Student-Teacher

20.8:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Pre-K – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#521 of 534

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Uta of Lakewood Inc.

4.0/10

School in Kekewood · grades Pre-K – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Uta of Lakewood Inc.

Uta of Lakewood Inc. is a private school in Kekewood, NJ. Uta of Lakewood Inc. serves approximately 694 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Uta of Lakewood Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #521 of 534 private schools in NJ.

How it compares2.4 pts below NJ schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • NJ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Uta of Lakewood Inc. runs 20.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Uta of Lakewood Inc. 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.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 20.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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School Day Length 10.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 2,005.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 694
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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)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1400 PINE ST AND 1995 SWARTHMORE AVE, Kekewood, NJ 08701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Uta of Lakewood Inc. may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEW ROAD SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE (rated 5.2/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kekewood, see our Kekewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MESIVTA KEREN ORAH Lakewood 0.1 mi 5.5
TALMUD TORAH DARCHEI AVOSEINU Lakewood 0.1 mi 4.8
TALMUD TORAH OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood 0.2 mi 4.9
CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood 0.3 mi 6.3
MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood 0.3 mi 6.7
CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood 0.5 mi 5.3
NEW ROAD SCHOOL Lakewood 0.6 mi 6.3
BNOS ORCHOS CHAIM Lakewood 0.5 mi 5.7
YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood 0.7 mi 5.4
YESHIVA SHAAREI OORAH Lakewood 0.7 mi 5.3
MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 0.6 mi 4.1
CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 0.6 mi 4.1
MESIVTA TORAH TEMIMAH OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood 0.6 mi 4.7
YESHIVA OHR HATORAH Lakewood 0.6 mi 4.6
SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE Lakewood 0.6 mi 5.2
BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood 0.7 mi 5.7
BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood 0.7 mi 3.4
BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood 0.7 mi 6.8
KNESSES BAIS LEVI Lakewood 1.0 mi 5.1
YESHIVA ORCHOS CHAIM Lakewood 0.8 mi 4.3

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
TORAS IMECHA/BNOS BINA-ATERES NECHAMA Lakewood, NJ 3.6
RANNEY SCHOOL Tinton Falls, NJ 4.7
BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood, NJ 4.8
Bankbridge Regional School Sewell, NJ 4.8
TALMUD TORAH ZECHER YOCHANAN Lakewood, NJ 5.0
BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood, NJ 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Uta of Lakewood Inc.

What grades does Uta of Lakewood Inc. serve?

Uta of Lakewood Inc. serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.

How many students attend Uta of Lakewood Inc.?

Uta of Lakewood Inc. has an enrollment of approximately 694 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Uta of Lakewood Inc.?

The student-teacher ratio at Uta of Lakewood Inc. is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Uta of Lakewood Inc. rank in NJ?

Uta of Lakewood Inc. ranks #521 of 534 private schools in NJ.

What is Uta of Lakewood Inc.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Uta of Lakewood Inc. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Uta of Lakewood Inc. a private school?

Yes, Uta of Lakewood Inc. 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 Uta of Lakewood Inc. a religious school?

Uta of Lakewood Inc. has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
694
Gender Split
33% M / 67% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
10.5 hours
Days Per Year
191 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Phone
(732) 284-3390

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