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Al Ghazaly School

5.00 (1 review)
17 Park St Jersey City, NJ 07304
Tel: (201) 433-5002

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 148 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • Established in 1984, Al-Ghazaly Elementary has developed a comprehensive education program taught to the highest standards as defined by New Jersey's Core Curriculum Content Standards, with a strong focus on Islamic Studies.
  • Al-Ghazaly Elementary School provides a caring, Islamic environment suitable for any child in the Muslim Community.
  • It is the mission of Al-Ghazaly Elementary School to promote a congenial school environment that will inspire in the students pride in their Muslim identity to address this mission, Al-Ghazaly Elementary School will: provide quality Islamic education and high academic standards in an active learning environment that incorporates problem solving skills, critical thinking, and analytic reasoning; create an Islamic atmosphere that fosters proper adab and principles in everyday interactions; inculcate leadership and critical thinking skills necessary to excel in any future endeavors; provide a safe and secure caring environment where people respect and enjoy learning; and utilize modern teaching strategies and methodologies to instill in Al-Ghazaly students an appreciation of the treasures, beauty and richness of the Arabic language.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 148 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Al Ghazaly School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:

Category
Attribute
Diversity
Highest percentage of students of color

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Islamic
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Students By Grade

Distribution of Students By Grade

GradeAl Ghazaly School
Pre-K9
Kind24
121
224
39
414
524
69
714
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School Motto
The best among you are those who have the best manners and character. Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him)

Student Body

Total Students
148 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Established in 1984, Al-Ghazaly Elementary has developed a comprehensive education program taught to the highest standards as defined by New Jersey's Core Curriculum Content Standards, with a strong focus on Islamic Studies. Al-Ghazaly Elementary School provides a caring, Islamic environment suitable for any child in the Muslim Community. It is the mission of Al-Ghazaly Elementary School to promote a congenial school environment that will inspire in the students pride in their Muslim identity to address this mission, Al-Ghazaly Elementary School will: provide quality Islamic education and high academic standards in an active learning environment that incorporates problem solving skills, critical thinking, and analytic reasoning; create an Islamic atmosphere that fosters proper adab and principles in everyday interactions; inculcate leadership and critical thinking skills necessary to excel in any future endeavors; provide a safe and secure caring environment where people respect and enjoy learning; and utilize modern teaching strategies and methodologies to instill in Al-Ghazaly students an appreciation of the treasures, beauty and richness of the Arabic language.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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When is the application deadline for Al Ghazaly School?
The application deadline for Al Ghazaly School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Al Ghazaly School located?
Al Ghazaly School is located in the Bergen Lafayette neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ.

School Reviews

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This school has been one of the best Islamic schools in NJ for a long time. Recently, over the past year, the school has been blessed with an amazingly active Board of Directors that has taken the school to an even higher level. I would higly recommend this school to any parent that would like to see their children grow to greatness.
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