Needs Improvement
#526 of 534 private schools in NJ
Yeshivat Yagdil Torah
Elementary School
100 JAMES ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
52.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
52.9:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#526 of 534
In Lakewood
#77 of 83
public schools
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Yeshivat Yagdil Torah
Elementary School in Lakewood · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshivat Yagdil Torah
Yeshivat Yagdil Torah is a private elementary school in Lakewood, NJ. Yeshivat Yagdil Torah serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 52.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshivat Yagdil Torah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #526 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Yeshivat Yagdil Torah runs 52.9:1 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.
Yeshivat Yagdil Torah 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 Yeshivat Yagdil Torah compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Lakewood, NJ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshivat Yagdil Torah (this school) | 3.8 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Oak Street Elem School | 6.4 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School | 6.8 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School | 7.8 |
| Lakewood Early Childhood Center | 8.1 |
| Ocean Academy Charter School | 7.6 |
| Lakewood Middle School | 8.0 |
| 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
100 JAMES ST, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshivat Yagdil Torah may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spruce Street Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clifton Ave Grade School (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Street Elem School (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BNOT YISRAEL ELEMENTARY & HIGH SCHOOL Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| SEPHARDIC BET YAAKOV Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| BNOS PENINA Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| YESHIVA TORAS ARON Lakewood | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| MESIVTA OF CENTRAL JERSEY Lakewood | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| BAIS HACHINUCH L'BANOS Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF OCEAN CITY Lakewood | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Spruce Street Elementary School Lakewood | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| TALMUD TORAH ZECHER YOCHANAN Lakewood | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Oak Street Elem School Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| CHEDER BNAI TORAH Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVA CHEMDAT HATORAH Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| BAIS KAILA TORAH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| TASHBAR OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| MESIVTA NER MOSHE Lakewood | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Clifton Ave Grade School Lakewood | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| YESHIVA TORAS EMES Lakewood | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| BAIS FAIGA GRATTER BUILDING Lakewood | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
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
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin School No. 13 Elizabeth, NJ | 3.8 |
| Stoy Elementary School Haddonfield, NJ | 3.8 |
| Dale Avenue Paterson, NJ | 3.7 |
| E Raymond Appleby Elementary School Spotswood, NJ | 3.7 |
| Jefferson (Annex) Elementary School Wallington, NJ | 3.7 |
| Lillian Drive School Hazlet, NJ | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshivat Yagdil Torah
What grades does Yeshivat Yagdil Torah serve?
Yeshivat Yagdil Torah serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Yeshivat Yagdil Torah?
Yeshivat Yagdil Torah has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshivat Yagdil Torah?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshivat Yagdil Torah is 52.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshivat Yagdil Torah rank in NJ?
Yeshivat Yagdil Torah ranks #526 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Yeshivat Yagdil Torah's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshivat Yagdil Torah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshivat Yagdil Torah a private school?
Yes, Yeshivat Yagdil Torah 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 Yeshivat Yagdil Torah a religious school?
Yeshivat Yagdil Torah has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 291
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 52.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ocean County
- Phone
- (732) 364-6809
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