The Education Academy is a private school created to address the needs of elementary school children who have learning disabilities or are experiencing behavioral difficulties or behavioral disorders in public school classrooms.
Our school provides a unique opportunity for children with learning disabilities.
Your child will begin with an Individual Education Plan that will identify the special needs of your child for both social and academic growth. The Education Academy recognizes its responsibility to provide opportunities to the children we serve which will enable them to experience academic success as well as social and emotional growth.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NJ School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 8 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Education Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
All
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
41%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
8 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition determined by The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) yearly
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Linda Phillips
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Social Clubs; Therapeutic Programs-Puppies with a Purpose and Neuro-Sensory Motor Therapy
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of The Education Academy?
The acceptance rate of The Education Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What is The Education Academy's ranking?
The Education Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for The Education Academy?
The application deadline for The Education Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Jackson, NJ 08527
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Alpha School
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2210 W County Line Rd
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 370-1150
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 370-1150
19.3 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 44 students
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Miles
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Alpha School
Special Education School
2210 W County Line Rd
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 370-1150
Jackson, NJ 08527
(732) 370-1150
19.3 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 44 students
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The Goddard School
Daycare / Preschool
214 Lacey Rd.
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 971-0051
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 971-0051
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 115 students
Forever Young Nursery School
Daycare / Preschool
1030 Lacey Road
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 971-2900
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 971-2900
2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 89 students
Ocean Academy
Special Education School
160 Atlantic City Blvd
Bayville, NJ 08721
(732) 505-2260
Bayville, NJ 08721
(732) 505-2260
5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 33 students
Donovan Catholic High School ![Donovan Catholic High School Photo - Founded in 1962 as St. Joseph High School and known as Monsignor Donovan High School until 2014, Donovan Catholic is Ocean County's only Catholic high school.]( "Donovan Catholic High School Photo - Founded in 1962 as St. Joseph High School and known as Monsignor Donovan High School until 2014, Donovan Catholic is Ocean County's only Catholic high school.")
(Catholic)
711 Hooper Ave
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-8801
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-8801
6.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 641 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph Grade School
(Catholic)
711 Hooper Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-2355
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-2355
6.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 520 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition listed
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Miles
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Ocean Academy
Special Education School
160 Atlantic City Blvd
Bayville, NJ 08721
(732) 505-2260
Bayville, NJ 08721
(732) 505-2260
5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 33 students
Donovan Catholic High School ![Donovan Catholic High School Photo - Founded in 1962 as St. Joseph High School and known as Monsignor Donovan High School until 2014, Donovan Catholic is Ocean County's only Catholic high school.]( "Donovan Catholic High School Photo - Founded in 1962 as St. Joseph High School and known as Monsignor Donovan High School until 2014, Donovan Catholic is Ocean County's only Catholic high school.")
(Catholic)
711 Hooper Ave
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-8801
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-8801
6.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 641 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 24 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ocean County Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1380 Old Freehold Rd
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 341-5005
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 341-5005
9.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 159 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Mesivta Of Eatontown
All-boys (Jewish)
1300 New Hampshire Ave
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 415-8578
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 415-8578
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Gr: 9-12 | 45 students
Tiferes Chaim
All-boys (Jewish)
140 Lehigh Ave
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 806-9007
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 806-9007
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Ocean Academy
Special Education School
160 Atlantic City Blvd
Bayville, NJ 08721
(732) 505-2260
Bayville, NJ 08721
(732) 505-2260
5 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 33 students
St. Joseph Grade School
(Catholic)
711 Hooper Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-2355
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-2355
6.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 520 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition listed
182 James St
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 341-7500
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 341-7500
7.7 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 79 students
Ocean County Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1380 Old Freehold Rd
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 341-5005
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 341-5005
9.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 159 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
400 Beach Ave
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
(609) 597-3915
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
(609) 597-3915
11.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 85 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Miles
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The Goddard School
Daycare / Preschool
214 Lacey Rd.
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 971-0051
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 971-0051
1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 115 students
Forever Young Nursery School
Daycare / Preschool
1030 Lacey Road
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 971-2900
Forked River, NJ 08731
(609) 971-2900
2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 89 students
Cherry Lane Child Care & Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool
806 Main St 808
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-7070
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-7070
7.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 48 students Tuition listed
182 James St
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 341-7500
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 341-7500
7.7 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 79 students
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Daycare / Preschool
915 Hazelwood Rd.
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 929-3010
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 929-3010
8.6 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 15 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Miles
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Pinelands Rch
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800 Carranza Road
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(609) 268-1424
Vincentown, NJ 08088
(609) 268-1424
9290.2 miles
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Pinelands Regional High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 29%)
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Tuckerton, NJ 08087
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9291.4 miles
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Pinelands Regional Jr. High School
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(609) 296-3106
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-3106
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(609) 296-2858
Tuckerton, NJ 08087
(609) 296-2858
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