Below Average
#468 of 534 private schools in NJ
Yeshiva Birchas Chaim
High School
1111 VINE AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
171
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#468 of 534
In Lakewood
#46 of 83
public schools
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Yeshiva Birchas Chaim
High School in Lakewood · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshiva Birchas Chaim
Yeshiva Birchas Chaim is a private high school in Lakewood, NJ. Yeshiva Birchas Chaim serves approximately 171 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Birchas Chaim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #468 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 171 students, Yeshiva Birchas 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.
Yeshiva Birchas 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 Yeshiva Birchas Chaim compares to the 9 public schools in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lakewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshiva Birchas Chaim (this school) | 4.9 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| 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
1111 VINE AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshiva Birchas Chaim may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MIKOR HATORAH (rated 6.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CONG. MIKOR HATORAH (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| MESIVTA NER MOSHE Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| TASHBAR OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI OORAH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Oak Street Elem School Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| KNESSES BAIS LEVI Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| BAIS HACHINUCH L'BANOS Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| YESHIVAS OHR HACHINUCH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
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 |
|---|---|
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood, NJ | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA TORAS YISROEL INC Lakewood, NJ | 4.9 |
| Creative Arts High School Camden, NJ | 5.0 |
| Academy Charter High School Lake Como, NJ | 4.8 |
| Bayonne Alternative High School Bayonne, NJ | 5.1 |
| Eagle Academy for Young Men of Newark Newark, NJ | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshiva Birchas Chaim
What grades does Yeshiva Birchas Chaim serve?
Yeshiva Birchas Chaim serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yeshiva Birchas Chaim?
Yeshiva Birchas Chaim has an enrollment of approximately 171 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Birchas Chaim?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Birchas Chaim is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshiva Birchas Chaim rank in NJ?
Yeshiva Birchas Chaim ranks #468 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Yeshiva Birchas Chaim's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Birchas Chaim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshiva Birchas Chaim a private school?
Yes, Yeshiva Birchas 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 Yeshiva Birchas Chaim a religious school?
Yeshiva Birchas Chaim has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 171
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 10.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 145 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 363-0279
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