Yeshiva Nesivos Ohr in Lakewood, NJ, serves 140 boys from kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 with 19 teachers, supporting small class sizes.
Affiliated with the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools (NSHDS), Yeshiva Nesivos Ohr follows a Jewish religious orientation.
As a K–8 private school in Lakewood, its tuition aligns with the local market average for elementary private education.
The student population includes a small percentage of students of color, representing 1.1% of total enrollment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
140 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Yeshiva Nesivos Ohr?
The application deadline for Yeshiva Nesivos Ohr is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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