Nesivos Hatorah is an all鈥揵oys Jewish elementary school in Lakewood, NJ, serving grades kindergarten through 5 in a small city setting.
The school has an enrollment of 275 students and a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 14:1, supported by 20 full鈥搕ime teachers.
Founded in 2010, Nesivos Hatorah provides education within a community鈥搊riented city locale.
Tuition information is competitive with Lakewood private elementary school averages around $18,140.
Nesivos Hatorah ranks in the top 20% of New Jersey private schools for having one of the largest student bodies.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Nesivos Hatorah ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nesivos Hatorah's ranking?
Nesivos Hatorah ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Nesivos Hatorah?
The application deadline for Nesivos Hatorah is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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