Needs Improvement
#978 of 992 private schools in NY
Bnos Yerusmalayim
School
600 MCDONALD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Enrollment
1,073
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
1,073
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#978 of 992
In Brooklyn
#169 of 173
public schools
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Bnos Yerusmalayim
School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bnos Yerusmalayim
Bnos Yerusmalayim is a private school in Brooklyn, NY. Bnos Yerusmalayim serves approximately 1,073 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bnos Yerusmalayim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #978 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bnos Yerusmalayim runs 22.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Bnos Yerusmalayim 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 Bnos Yerusmalayim compares to 569 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bnos Yerusmalayim (this school) | 3.8 |
| PS 179 KENSINGTON | 6.0 |
| JHS 223 MONTAUK (THE) | 8.3 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT | 6.6 |
| PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY | 8.2 |
| PS 230 DORIS L COHEN | 7.0 |
| JHS 62 DITMAS | 7.6 |
| MS 890 | 8.3 |
| PS 889 | 3.5 |
| PS 134 | 8.9 |
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 15.2 | 7.2 |
| MS 839 | 7.8 |
| PS 130 PARKSIDE (THE) | 6.7 |
| BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| PS 139 ALEXINE A FENTY | 6.5 |
| PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) | 8.1 |
| WEST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| PS 131 | 7.7 |
| PS 217 COLONEL DAVID MARCUS SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| BROOKLYN COLLEGE ACADEMY | 7.9 |
| PS 245 | 6.6 |
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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 NY.
Data Unavailable
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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 NY
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
600 MCDONALD AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bnos Yerusmalayim may also want to explore other schools in the area. BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 15.2 (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVA SHAARE TORAH (rated 6.4/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Brroklyn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK (rated 5.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 179 KENSINGTON Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| GAN YISROEL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| TALMUD TORAH TIFERES YECHIEL D'ALEKSANDER INC Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| YESHIVA SHAARE TORAH Brroklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| JHS 223 MONTAUK (THE) Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| TALMUD TORAH OHEL YOCHANAN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 230 DORIS L COHEN Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| UNITED TALMUDIAL ACADEMY OF BORO PARK Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| YESHIVAT SHAARE TORAH GIRLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| JHS 62 DITMAS Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 15.2 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| CONGREGATION BNOS CHAYA Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF 18TH AVE Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 134 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| MS 890 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 889 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,916
Median Home Value
$914,300
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
71,313
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
37.9%
Avg Commute
40.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
37.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON Brooklyn, NY | 3.8 |
| MAGEN DAVID YESHIVAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.7 |
| RIVERVIEW SCHOOL (THE) Woodside, NY | 3.7 |
| BNOS YAAKOV EDUCATIONAL CENTER Brooklyn, NY | 3.9 |
| PS 17 Bronx, NY | 3.6 |
| PS 10 Bronx, NY | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bnos Yerusmalayim
What grades does Bnos Yerusmalayim serve?
Bnos Yerusmalayim serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Bnos Yerusmalayim?
Bnos Yerusmalayim has an enrollment of approximately 1,073 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bnos Yerusmalayim?
The student-teacher ratio at Bnos Yerusmalayim is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bnos Yerusmalayim rank in NY?
Bnos Yerusmalayim ranks #978 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Bnos Yerusmalayim's MySchoolScout rating?
Bnos Yerusmalayim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bnos Yerusmalayim a private school?
Yes, Bnos Yerusmalayim 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 Bnos Yerusmalayim a religious school?
Bnos Yerusmalayim has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,073
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 210 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 871-0500
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