Yeshiva Shagas Aryeh

Yeshiva Shagas Aryeh is a Jewish day school in Lakewood, New Jersey, serving 711 students from early elementary through 8th grade. With 30 full-time equivalent teachers and a student-teacher ratio of 23.7:1, the school provides religious and secular education to a large community. The school has not been rated by MySchoolScout and no standardized test data is available.

Located in the 08701 zip code in Ocean County's large suburban area, the school serves Lakewood, one of the fastest-growing municipalities in New Jersey. The surrounding zip code has a median household income of $58,949, a median home value of $412,600, and 32% of residents holding bachelor's degrees, alongside a notably high poverty rate of 25.3%. Lakewood is home to one of the largest Orthodox Jewish communities outside of Israel, with a dense network of yeshivas, synagogues, and community organizations that define the character of the city's rapidly expanding population.

The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Shagas Aryeh is 23.7:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

As a private school, Yeshiva Shagas Aryeh operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.