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#581 of 992 private schools in NY

Hebrew Academy for Special

School

6220 14TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11219

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – Pre-K

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#581 of 992

In Brooklyn

#78 of 173

public schools

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About Hebrew Academy for Special

Hebrew Academy for Special is a private school in Brooklyn, NY. Hebrew Academy for Special serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hebrew Academy for Special has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #581 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 82 students, Hebrew Academy for Special 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Hebrew Academy for Special sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hebrew Academy for Special 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 Hebrew Academy for Special compares to 209 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.3:1

This School

12.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

431

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

5.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74.4% vs 0%

Black 11% vs 0%

Hispanic 8.5% vs 0%

Asian 3.7% vs 0%

Hebrew Academy for Special Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Hebrew Academy for Special (this school)	—	82	6.3:1	6.1
SEEALL ACADEMY (THE)	0.5 mi	870	11.9:1	8.3
PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK	0.5 mi	744	13.8:1	7.1
PS 48 MAPLETON	0.6 mi	496	10.8:1	7.1
PS 204 VINCE LOMBARDI	1.0 mi	1,008	16.5:1	7.4
PS 205 CLARION	1.0 mi	1,097	12.9:1	8.1
PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE)	1.0 mi	567	9.4:1	8.1
PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY	1.0 mi	496	11.3:1	8.2
PS 131	1.0 mi	527	11.5:1	7.7
SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE)	1.2 mi	266	10.2:1	8.0
PS 229 DYKER	1.3 mi	1,126	15.9:1	7.1
PS 226 ALFRED DE B MASON	1.3 mi	890	11.9:1	6.3
PS 179 KENSINGTON	1.5 mi	672	15.6:1	6.0
PS 200 BENSON SCHOOL	1.6 mi	1,236	14.5:1	6.1
PS 230 DORIS L COHEN	1.6 mi	938	13.4:1	7.0
PS 1 BERGEN (THE)	1.7 mi	722	12:1	4.1
PS 99 ISAAC ASIMOV	1.7 mi	831	13:1	5.9
PS 217 COLONEL DAVID MARCUS SCHOOL	1.7 mi	918	14.3:1	5.8
PS 177 MARLBORO (THE)	1.7 mi	896	16.3:1	4.7
SUNSET PARK AVENUES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	340	11.7:1	6.8
PS 97 HIGHLAWN (THE)	1.8 mi	884	13:1	6.7

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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

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

A- 8.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.3:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 2.1 / 10

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School Day Length 5.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,006.5

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 43%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.1 / 10

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Enrollment 82

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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 74.4%

Black 11.0%

Hispanic 8.5%

Asian 3.7%

Two or More 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6220 14TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hebrew Academy for Special may also want to explore other schools in the area. BAIS SARAH-EDUC SCHOOL FOR GIRLS (rated 6.2/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is HASC - HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN (rated 6.1/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BAIS CHAYA ESTHER (rated 5.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
HASC - HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Brooklyn	0.0 mi	82	6.1
JHS 227 EDWARD B SHALLOW Brooklyn	0.3 mi	1,358	7.8
BAIS SARAH-EDUC SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn	0.3 mi	709	6.2
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187 Brooklyn	0.3 mi	929	8.3
PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK Brooklyn	0.5 mi	744	7.1
PS 176 OVINGTON Brooklyn	0.4 mi	1,110	7.2
TOCAH VYIRAH OF BORO PARK Brooklyn	0.5 mi	311	5.9
TOMER DEVORAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.4 mi	259	7.0
BAIS ROCHEL SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.5 mi	1,982	4.1
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn	0.5 mi	311	5.9
TIFERES MIRIAM SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Brooklyn	0.5 mi	35	4.9
TALMUD TORAH TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn	0.5 mi	72	6.9
YESHIVA TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn	0.5 mi	72	5.5
PS 231 Brooklyn	0.5 mi	302	5.6
PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE) Brooklyn	0.6 mi	1,132	8.4
SEEALL ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn	0.5 mi	870	8.3
BAIS CHAYA ESTHER Brooklyn	0.6 mi	195	5.5
YESHIVA & MISIVTA TIFERES ELIMELECH Brooklyn	0.5 mi	436	4.7
TALMUD TORAH DRABINU YOEL Brooklyn	0.7 mi	857	5.4
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn	0.7 mi	857	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,685

Median Home Value

$1,086,000

Median Rent

$1,678/mo

Population

94,737

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

26%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

31.8%

Median Age

25.5

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
CENTER FOR SPECTRUM SERVICES Kingston, NY	95	6.1
HASC - HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Brooklyn, NY	82	6.1
WALDORF SCHOOL OF SARATOGA SPRINGS Saratoga Springs, NY	104	6.1
HUDSON VALLEY SUDBURY SCHOOL Kingston, NY	75	6.2
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hamilton, NY	53	6.2
PARKVIEW JR ACADEMY Syracuse, NY	52	6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hebrew Academy for Special

What grades does Hebrew Academy for Special serve?

Hebrew Academy for Special serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.

How many students attend Hebrew Academy for Special?

Hebrew Academy for Special has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hebrew Academy for Special?

The student-teacher ratio at Hebrew Academy for Special is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hebrew Academy for Special rank in NY?

Hebrew Academy for Special ranks #581 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Hebrew Academy for Special's MySchoolScout rating?

Hebrew Academy for Special has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hebrew Academy for Special a private school?

Yes, Hebrew Academy for Special is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hebrew Academy for Special a religious school?

No, Hebrew Academy for Special is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 88 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 85 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 59 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment: 82
Gender Split: 60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 5.5 hours
Days Per Year: 183 days
Setting: Large City
County: Kings County
Phone: (718) 686-5900

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