Below Average

#292 of 319 private schools in MN

Bais Yaakov High School

High School

4221 SUNSET BLVD, Minneapolis, MN 55416

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Minnesota private schools

#292 of 319

In Minneapolis

#19 of 20

public schools

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About Bais Yaakov High School

Bais Yaakov High School is a private high school in Minneapolis, MN. Bais Yaakov High School serves approximately 48 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bais Yaakov High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 319 private schools in MN.

How it compares1.6 pts below MN schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
MN avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 48 students, Bais Yaakov High School 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.

Bais Yaakov High School 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

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How Bais Yaakov High School compares to 52 public schools serving similar grades in Minneapolis, MN

Student-Teacher Ratio

14.1:1

This School

15.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

232

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.6

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%

Bais Yaakov High School Minneapolis Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Bais Yaakov High School (this school)	—	48	14.1:1	4.6
Southwest High	2.2 mi	1,310	17.9:1	5.8
MERC	2.5 mi	62	—:1	5.9
MERC Extended	2.5 mi	4	—:1	—
DOWNTOWN CAMPUS	2.5 mi	83	20.8:1	5.3
RIVER BEND EDUCATIONAL CENTER	2.8 mi	67	4.2:1	4.7
HARRISON EDUCATION CENTER	2.8 mi	35	3.2:1	7.2
Wellstone International High - SWS	2.9 mi	40	—:1	5.4
WELLSTONE INTERNATIONAL HIGH	2.9 mi	141	8.3:1	5.2
LORING-NICOLLET HIGH	3.1 mi	55	—:1	7.4
FAIR High	3.3 mi	332	17.5:1	6.6
Metro College Prep	3.4 mi	369	33.5:1	4.5
Metro 2 Online	3.4 mi	192	—:1	—
AUGSBURG FAIRVIEW ACADEMY	3.4 mi	87	10.9:1	6.7
North High	3.5 mi	509	11.3:1	5.6
Banaadir Secondary	3.5 mi	112	14:1	3.5
Washburn High	3.5 mi	1,555	19.9:1	7.6
Heritage Academy High	3.6 mi	77	5.9:1	6.6
MPS Metro DT	3.6 mi	31	7.8:1	5.2
Aim Academy of Science & Technology	3.7 mi	169	24.1:1	—
PLYMOUTH YOUTH CENTER	3.9 mi	74	74:1	4.8

Showing 20 of 52 schools. View all schools in Minneapolis

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 MN.

Classroom Attention

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.1:1

Instructional Commitment

A+ 9.9 / 10

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School Day Length 8.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,426.8

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 2.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 3.0 / 10

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Enrollment 48

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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 MN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4221 SUNSET BLVD, Minneapolis, MN 55416

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bais Yaakov High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YESHIVA OF MINNEAPOLIS (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Saint Louis Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST. LOUIS PARK SENIOR HIGH (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Saint Louis Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BENILDE-ST MARGARET'S SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Saint Louis Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Minneapolis, see our Minneapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
TORAH ACADEMY Saint Louis Park	0.1 mi	224	7.2
YESHIVA OF MINNEAPOLIS Saint Louis Park	0.4 mi	81	6.5
BENILDE-ST MARGARET'S SCHOOL Saint Louis Park	0.8 mi	1,194	6.0
ARETE ACADEMY Saint Louis Park	1.1 mi	15	—
AMOS AND CELIA HEILICHER MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SC Minneapolis	1.1 mi	186	7.8
MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH DAY SCHOOL INC. Minneapolis	1.1 mi	188	7.6
AVAIL ACADEMY - EDINA Edina	1.4 mi	424	6.3
CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (DBA: AVAIL ACADEMY) Minneapolis	1.4 mi	196	4.5
LAKE HARRIET LOWER ELEMENTARY Minneapolis	1.4 mi	320	9.1
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Saint Louis Park	1.1 mi	186	8.0
SUSAN LINDGREN ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park	1.5 mi	415	7.5
GOLDEN YEARS Edina	1.5 mi	18	—
ST. LOUIS PARK SPECIAL ED. PROGRAM Saint Louis Park	1.4 mi	83	8.1
ST. LOUIS PARK SENIOR HIGH Saint Louis Park	1.4 mi	1,423	6.3
SPECIAL ED. Saint Louis Park	1.4 mi	14	—
Anwatin Middle Minneapolis	1.8 mi	281	5.7
KENWOOD ELEMENTARY Minneapolis	1.5 mi	352	7.8
PETER HOBART ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park	1.5 mi	449	5.2
BRYN MAWR ELEMENTARY Minneapolis	1.9 mi	382	3.8
CARONDELET CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis	1.9 mi	355	6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,926

Median Home Value

$457,300

Median Rent

$1,701/mo

Population

34,905

College Educated

73.2%

Homeownership

49.8%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

35.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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PHOENIX LEARNING CENTER Buffalo, MN	39	4.6
SLP Schools Online Secondary Spring Lake Park, MN	52	4.6
VOA High Minneapolis, MN	54	4.6
Pines School - ACS Lino Lakes, MN	30	4.5
Compass Learning Center New Prague, MN	49	4.7
BECKER ALTERNATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM Becker, MN	33	4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bais Yaakov High School

What grades does Bais Yaakov High School serve?

Bais Yaakov High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bais Yaakov High School?

Bais Yaakov High School has an enrollment of approximately 48 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bais Yaakov High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bais Yaakov High School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bais Yaakov High School rank in MN?

Bais Yaakov High School ranks #292 of 319 private schools in MN.

What is Bais Yaakov High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bais Yaakov High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bais Yaakov High School a private school?

Yes, Bais Yaakov High School is a private all-girls 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 Bais Yaakov High School a religious school?

Bais Yaakov High School has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 77 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 46 Some Transit
Bike Score: 81 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 48
Gender Split: 0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 3
Type: private
Coed Status: all-girls
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 8.2 hours
Days Per Year: 174 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Hennepin County
Phone: (952) 915-9117

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