Average
#207 of 388 private schools in MA
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys
High School
325 RESERVOIR RD, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
48
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
6.2
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#207 of 388
In Chestnut Hill
#4 of 5
public schools
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Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys
High School in Chestnut Hill · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys is a private high school in Chestnut Hill, MA. Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.2 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 48 students, Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.2:1 students to teachers, Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys compares to the 3 public schools in Chestnut Hill, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Chestnut Hill
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys (this school) | 6.2 |
| Roland Hayes | 7.1 |
| Edith C Baker | 8.1 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham | 5.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
325 RESERVOIR RD, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BEAVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lyon High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Brighton), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER BOSTON (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Brighton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Chestnut Hill, see our Chestnut Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIMMER & MAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Roland Hayes Chestnut Hill | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| B C CAMPUS SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 0.6 mi | — |
| Edison K-8 School Brighton | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| John D Runkle Brookline | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| BEAVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Winship Elementary School Brighton | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| TORAH ACADEMY Brookline | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy Brighton | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Lyon K-8 School Brighton | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER BOSTON Brighton | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Brighton High School Brighton | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Lyon High School Brighton | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School Brighton | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST COLUMBKILLE PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Brighton | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Michael Driscoll Brookline | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| KENNEDY DAY SCHOOL Brighton | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,854
Median Home Value
$1,249,100
Median Rent
$3,067/mo
Population
22,325
College Educated
83%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
30
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| WILLOW HILL SCHOOL Sudbury, MA | 6.2 |
| NORTH SHORE RECOVERY HIGH SCHOOL Beverly, MA | 6.1 |
| New Liberty Innovation School Salem, MA | 6.1 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HOLYOKE Holyoke, MA | 6.0 |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Middleboro, MA | 5.9 |
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury, MA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys
What grades does Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys serve?
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys?
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys rank in MA?
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys ranks #207 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys a private school?
Yes, Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys is a private all-boys school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys a religious school?
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School for Boys has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 48
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 195 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (617) 362-2183
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