Average
#387 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 39% of private schools
Hebrew Academy of Nassau County
Elementary School
240 HEMPSTEAD AVE, West Hempstead, NY 11552
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#387 of 992
In West Hempstead
#2 of 2
public schools
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Hebrew Academy of Nassau County
Elementary School in West Hempstead · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hebrew Academy of Nassau County
Hebrew Academy of Nassau County is a private elementary school in West Hempstead, NY. Hebrew Academy of Nassau County serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hebrew Academy of Nassau County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #387 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Hebrew Academy of Nassau County sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hebrew Academy of Nassau County 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 Hebrew Academy of Nassau County compares to the 4 public schools in West Hempstead, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in West Hempstead
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hebrew Academy of Nassau County (this school) | 6.6 |
| CHESTNUT STREET SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| WEST HEMPSTEAD SECONDARY SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| CORNWELL AVENUE SCHOOL | 6.3 |
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
240 HEMPSTEAD AVE, West Hempstead, NY 11552
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hebrew Academy of Nassau County may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHESTNUT STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JOHN STREET SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Franklin Square), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CORNWELL AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Hempstead, see our West Hempstead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHESTNUT STREET SCHOOL West Hempstead | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL West Hempstead | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| DAVID PATERSON SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU COUNTY (HANC) West Hempstead | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hempstead | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| CRESCENT SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| JOHN STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST HEMPSTEAD SECONDARY SCHOOL West Hempstead | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| EVERGREEN CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF GARDEN CITY Garden City | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| CORNWELL AVENUE SCHOOL West Hempstead | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PROSPECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| JOSEPH MCNEIL SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| WASHINGTON STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| H FRANK CAREY HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ALVERTA B GRAY SCHULTZ MIDDLE SCHOOL Hempstead | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| RHODES ACADEMY OF HUMANITIES AND THE ARTS Hempstead | 1.6 mi | 2.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11552 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,192
Median Home Value
$615,800
Median Rent
$3,185/mo
Population
26,053
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
90.6%
Avg Commute
38.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Utica, NY | 6.6 |
| ALFRED-ALMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Almond, NY | 6.6 |
| ARCHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.6 |
| BIG FLATS SCHOOL Big Flats, NY | 6.6 |
| BROOKS HILL SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL BOULEVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bethpage, NY | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hebrew Academy of Nassau County
What grades does Hebrew Academy of Nassau County serve?
Hebrew Academy of Nassau County serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Hebrew Academy of Nassau County?
Hebrew Academy of Nassau County has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hebrew Academy of Nassau County?
The student-teacher ratio at Hebrew Academy of Nassau County is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hebrew Academy of Nassau County rank in NY?
Hebrew Academy of Nassau County ranks #387 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Hebrew Academy of Nassau County's MySchoolScout rating?
Hebrew Academy of Nassau County has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 of Nassau County a private school?
Yes, Hebrew Academy of Nassau County is a private coeducational 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 Hebrew Academy of Nassau County a religious school?
Hebrew Academy of Nassau County has a Jewish religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 416
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (516) 565-5640
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