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#685 of 992 private schools in NY

Darchei Torah

School

257 BEACH 17TH ST, Far Rockaway, NY 11691

Private

Enrollment

2,288

Student-Teacher

7.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#685 of 992

In Far Rockaway

#4 of 7

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Darchei Torah

5.8/10

School in Far Rockaway · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Darchei Torah

Darchei Torah is a private school in Far Rockaway, NY. Darchei Torah serves approximately 2,288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Darchei Torah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #685 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.4 pts below NY schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Darchei Torah is a large school: 2,288 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Darchei Torah sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Darchei Torah 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 Darchei Torah compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Far Rockaway, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
This School
vs
12.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
2,288
This School
vs
481
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 99.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.4% vs 0%
Black 0.1% vs 0%
Darchei Torah Far Rockaway Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Darchei Torah (this school) 5.8
PENINSULA PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 5.8
WAVE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.0
PS 197 OCEAN SCHOOL (THE) 6.0
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FAR ROCKAWAY 6.6
VILLAGE ACADEMY 5.7
MS 53 BRIAN PICCOLO 4.9
PS 43 3.5
CHALLENGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL 4.8
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR INFORMATION RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY 7.6
KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI 6.4
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VI HIGH SCHOOL 4.7
ACADEMY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL 4.2
RANDOLPH HOLDER SCHOOL OF SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) 4.1
LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1.9
PS 104 BAYS WATER (THE) 4.2
PS 105 BAY SCHOOL (THE) 3.2

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 NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
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School Day Length 10 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 2,200
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 1%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.2 / 10
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Enrollment 2,288
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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)

White 99.5%
Hispanic 0.4%
Black 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

257 BEACH 17TH ST, Far Rockaway, NY 11691

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Darchei Torah may also want to explore other schools in the area. DARCHEI TORAH (rated 6.0/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is TORAH ACADEMY FOR GIRLS (rated 5.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BNOS BAIS YAAKOV-FAR ROCKAWAY (rated 5.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Far Rockaway, see our Far Rockaway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
YESHIVA DARCHEI TORAH Far Rockaway 0.0 mi 3.6
DARCHEI TORAH Far Rockaway 0.0 mi 6.0
PENINSULA PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Far Rockaway 0.3 mi 5.8
WAVE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Far Rockaway 0.4 mi 8.0
BNOS BAIS YAAKOV / TICHON MEIR MOSHE Far Rockaway 0.4 mi 6.2
BNOS BAIS YAAKOV-FAR ROCKAWAY Far Rockaway 0.4 mi 5.1
MS 53 BRIAN PICCOLO Far Rockaway 0.5 mi 4.9
VILLAGE ACADEMY Far Rockaway 0.5 mi 5.7
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FAR ROCKAWAY Far Rockaway 0.5 mi 6.6
PS 197 OCEAN SCHOOL (THE) Far Rockaway 0.4 mi 6.0
WORLD HARVEST DELIVERANCE CTR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Far Rockaway 0.6 mi —
PS 43 Far Rockaway 0.6 mi 3.5
RANDOLPH HOLDER SCHOOL OF SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Far Rockaway 0.7 mi 4.1
TORAH ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Far Rockaway 0.6 mi 5.3
CHALLENGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Far Rockaway 0.7 mi 4.8
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VI HIGH SCHOOL Far Rockaway 0.7 mi 4.7
KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI Far Rockaway 0.7 mi 6.4
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR INFORMATION RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY Far Rockaway 0.7 mi 7.6
ACADEMY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Far Rockaway 0.7 mi 4.2
LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Far Rockaway 0.8 mi 1.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,027

Median Home Value

$649,400

Median Rent

$1,444/mo

Population

68,704

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

28.9%

Avg Commute

45 min

Poverty Rate

20.8%

Median Age

36

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
EASTERN SUFFOLK BOCES Patchogue, NY 5.7
NASSAU BOCES Garden City, NY 5.7
DARCHEI TORAH Far Rockaway, NY 6.0
MAGEN DAVID YESH-ISAAC SHLM E Brooklyn, NY 6.0
CHARTER SCHOOL FOR APPLIED TECHNOLOGIES Buffalo, NY 5.4
LEMAN MANHATTAN PREPARATORY SCHOOL New York, NY 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Darchei Torah

What grades does Darchei Torah serve?

Darchei Torah serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Darchei Torah?

Darchei Torah has an enrollment of approximately 2,288 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Darchei Torah?

The student-teacher ratio at Darchei Torah is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Darchei Torah rank in NY?

Darchei Torah ranks #685 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Darchei Torah's MySchoolScout rating?

Darchei Torah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Darchei Torah a private school?

Yes, Darchei Torah 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 Darchei Torah a religious school?

Darchei Torah has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
2,288
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
313
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
10 hours
Days Per Year
220 days
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Phone
(718) 868-2300

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