Tiferes Chaya Elementary School in Lakewood, NJ, serves 326 students in grades K–8 as an all–girls Jewish–affiliated private school in a suburban community.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 34 teachers, providing classroom settings that support individualized attention.
Tiferes Chaya ranks in the top 20% of New Jersey private schools for student diversity and student body size.
Tuition at this Lakewood elementary school aligns with the local average of approximately $18,140.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Tiferes Chaya Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
326 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tiferes Chaya Elementary School's ranking?
Tiferes Chaya Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Tiferes Chaya Elementary School?
The application deadline for Tiferes Chaya Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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