Yeshive Toras Emes in Lakewood, NJ, is an all–boys Jewish private school serving grades PK through 8 with a total enrollment of 255 students.
Founded in 1953, the school operates in a suburban community and supports a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 with 15 teachers on staff.
The school is part of the Lakewood private school network, ranking among the top 20% statewide for having one of the largest student bodies.
Lakewood–area tuition for elementary private schools averages $18,140, providing local context for families considering enrollment.
Yeshive Toras Emes offers a regular elementary and secondary program within a large suburban neighborhood setting in Lakewood, NJ.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NJ School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Yeshive Toras Emes ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yeshive Toras Emes's ranking?
Yeshive Toras Emes ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New Jersey for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Yeshive Toras Emes?
The application deadline for Yeshive Toras Emes is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Yeshive Toras Emes yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School - Boys Grades 4-6
August 26, 2026 (Wednesday)
First Day of School - Boys Grades 7-8
August 26, 2026 (Wednesday)
First Day of School - Boys Grades Pre1-3
August 26, 2026 (Wednesday)
First Day of School - Girls Grades 5-8
August 27, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of School - Nursery-Kindergarten
August 27, 2026 (Thursday)
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