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#438 of 534 private schools in NJ
Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah
High School
708 ALBERT AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#438 of 534
In Lakewood
#33 of 83
public schools
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About Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah
Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah is a private high school in Lakewood, NJ. Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #438 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah 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 Shaarei Oorah 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 Shaarei Oorah compares to the 9 public schools in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lakewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah (this school) | 5.3 |
| 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.
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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
708 ALBERT AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIKOR HATORAH (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TIFERES CHAIM (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CONG. MIKOR HATORAH (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| MEOROS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| CHEIN BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.1 mi | 4.1 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BET YAAKOV OZ VEHADAR Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| BNOS DEVORAH Lakewood | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| CONG. MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| MIKOR HATORAH Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| KNESSES BAIS LEVI Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN WITH HIDDEN INTELLIGENCE Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| YESHIVA BIRCHAS CHAIM Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| YESHIVAS OHR HACHINUCH Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| TIFERES CHAIM Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| TALMUD TORAH OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| UTA OF LAKEWOOD INC. Kekewood | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| MESIVTA KEREN ORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| TALMUD TORAH DARCHEI AVOSEINU Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| NEW ROAD SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| BELZ INSTITUTION/BAIS MALKO, BRENCH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA YESODEI Lakewood, NJ | 5.3 |
| YESHIVA SHAAR HATALMUD Lakewood, NJ | 5.2 |
| MCVS Assunpink Shared Time Center/Rubino Trenton, NJ | 5.4 |
| Mercer County Technical School Health Sciences Academy Trenton, NJ | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA SHAAREI ORAH Lakewood, NJ | 5.4 |
| Bayonne Alternative High School Bayonne, NJ | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah
What grades does Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah serve?
Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah?
Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah rank in NJ?
Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah ranks #438 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah a private school?
Yes, Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah 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 Shaarei Oorah a religious school?
Yeshiva Shaarei Oorah has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 134
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 668-9315
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