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#448 of 534 private schools in NJ
Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud
High School
1951 NEW CENTRAL AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#448 of 534
In Lakewood
#38 of 83
public schools
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About Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud
Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud is a private high school in Lakewood, NJ. Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #448 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 160 students, Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud 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 Shaar Hatalmud 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 Shaar Hatalmud compares to the 9 public schools in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lakewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud (this school) | 5.2 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| Lakewood High School | 3.9 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| 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.
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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
1951 NEW CENTRAL AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YESHIVA BAIS HACHINUCH (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MESIVTA OHR CHAIM MEIR (rated 5.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF LAKEWOOD (rated 5.4/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Liberty High School Jackson | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| ADERES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| BNOS TZIPPA Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| TEHILAS CHAYA SARA Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MESIVTA OHR CHAIM MEIR Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVA EVEN YISROEL Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| DERECH HATORAH OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 1.0 mi | — |
| YESHIVA MESORAS HATORAH Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Christa McAuliffe Middle School Jackson | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| YESHIVA BAIS AHARON Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| YESHIVA SHAGAS ARYEH Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| YESHIVA TORAS EMES Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| YESHIVA STOLIN KARLIN Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVA BAIS HACHINUCH Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| TALMUD TORAH ZECHER YOCHANAN Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| SHIRAS CHAIM Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary School Jackson | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TRENTON CATHOLIC PREPARATORY ACADEMY-UPPER Hamilton, NJ | 5.3 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI OORAH Lakewood, NJ | 5.3 |
| Bayonne Alternative High School Bayonne, NJ | 5.1 |
| Creative Arts High School Camden, NJ | 5.0 |
| Hunterdon Polytech Bartles Corner Campus Flemington, NJ | 5.0 |
| MCVS Assunpink Shared Time Center/Rubino Trenton, NJ | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud
What grades does Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud serve?
Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud?
Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud rank in NJ?
Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud ranks #448 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud a private school?
Yes, Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud 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 Shaar Hatalmud a religious school?
Yeshiva Shaar Hatalmud has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 160
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 942-3900
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