Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Al-hikmah Elementary School
About the School
- Al-hikmah Elementary School serves 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, is a member of the Islamic School League of America (ISLA).
- The student:teacher of Al-hikmah Elementary School is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Islamic.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Al-hikmah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1984
Student Body
Total Students
301 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 40%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$8,290/year for the first student
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Al-hikmah Elementary School?
The acceptance rate of Al-hikmah Elementary School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What is Al-hikmah Elementary School's ranking?
Al-hikmah Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Al-hikmah Elementary School?
The application deadline for Al-hikmah Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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School Reviews
5 2/25/2021
I am very pleased with Al-Hikmah School. My daughter is flourishing academically, socially and emotionally. The school provides a great balance of academics and religious studies focusing on students' character. They performed greatly during the COVID pandemic and made all parents feel safe to have their children return to school. Amazing administration and excellent staff.
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