Modern Torah community school in Elizabeth, NJ for K-8 with learning difference programs and small classes
Jewish Educational Center Lower School in Elizabeth, NJ serves students in kindergarten through 8th grade within a Modern Torah Community framework. The school offers Learning Difference Programs designed to support students with learning disabilities and other educational needs, ensuring that children with diverse learning profiles can access a Jewish education alongside their peers.
With an average class size of 18 students and a dedicated teaching staff, JEC provides a structured, community-focused learning environment. The school integrates academic instruction with Jewish values and practice, including Hebrew language study, religious education, and connections to the broader synagogue community and Jewish organizations on campus.
Families interested in enrolling should contact the school at (908) 355-4850 or visit thejec.org for details about the Learning Difference Programs, admissions procedures, and tuition. Rolling admissions are available, making it accessible for families at different points in their school search.
| Year Founded | 1940 |
| Total Students | 306 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 9 |
| Average Class Size | 18 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-8 |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 1 |
| School Memberships | Other religious school association(s) · Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Jewish |
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