Below Average
#495 of 534 private schools in NJ
Yeshiva Toras Chaim
High School
999 RIDGE AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#495 of 534
In Lakewood
#62 of 83
public schools
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Yeshiva Toras Chaim
High School in Lakewood · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshiva Toras Chaim
Yeshiva Toras Chaim is a private high school in Lakewood, NJ. Yeshiva Toras Chaim serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Toras Chaim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #495 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, Yeshiva Toras 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 Toras Chaim runs 24:1 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.
Yeshiva Toras 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 Toras Chaim compares to the 9 public schools in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lakewood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshiva Toras Chaim (this school) | 4.5 |
| Piner Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Lakewood High School | 3.9 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
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
999 RIDGE AVE, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshiva Toras Chaim may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COASTAL LEARNING CENTER - MONMOUTH (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Howell), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVA CHESHKAS HATORAH (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVA YAAROS DEVASH (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH KEREN HATORAH Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| TORAS IMECHA/BNOS BINA-ATERES NECHAMA Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Piner Elementary School Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Lakewood Middle School Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Lakewood High School Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| MACHZIKEI HADAS Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| YESHIVA TORAS YISROEL INC Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| YESHIVA YAAROS DEVASH Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| COASTAL LEARNING CENTER - MONMOUTH Howell | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| TIFERES CHAYA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School Lakewood | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| YESHIVA NACHLEI TORAH Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| TALMUD TORAH YESODEI HATORAH INC. Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| YESHIVA CHESHKAS HATORAH Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| MORESHES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| NACHLAS BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA ORCHOS CHAIM Lakewood | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| NESIVOS HATORAH Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| YESHIVA MASORAS AVOS Lakewood | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Mercer County Technical School Culinary Arts Academy Pennington, NJ | 4.5 |
| Eagle Academy for Young Men of Newark Newark, NJ | 4.7 |
| MESIVTA TORAH TEMIMAH OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood, NJ | 4.7 |
| YESHIVA GEDOLAH KEREN HATORAH Lakewood, NJ | 4.7 |
| Academy Charter High School Lake Como, NJ | 4.8 |
| MESIVTA NEZER HATORAH Lakewood, NJ | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshiva Toras Chaim
What grades does Yeshiva Toras Chaim serve?
Yeshiva Toras Chaim serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yeshiva Toras Chaim?
Yeshiva Toras Chaim has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Toras Chaim?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Toras Chaim is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshiva Toras Chaim rank in NJ?
Yeshiva Toras Chaim ranks #495 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Yeshiva Toras Chaim's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Toras Chaim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshiva Toras Chaim a private school?
Yes, Yeshiva Toras 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 Toras Chaim a religious school?
Yeshiva Toras Chaim has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 11 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 414-2834
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