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#361 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 36% of private schools
Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School
Elementary School
33 WASHINGTON AVE, Lawrence, NY 11559
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#361 of 992
In Lawrence
#5 of 5
public schools
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Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School
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About Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School
Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School is a private elementary school in Lawrence, NY. Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #361 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 7:1 students to teachers, Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower 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
BetaHow Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School compares to the 2 public schools in Lawrence, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lawrence
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School (this school) | 6.7 |
| LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BROADWAY CAMPUS | 6.3 |
| LAWRENCE MIDDLE SCHOOL AT BROADWAY CAMPUS | 4.0 |
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.
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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
33 WASHINGTON AVE, Lawrence, NY 11559
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT BROADWAY CAMPUS (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PS 197 OCEAN SCHOOL (THE) (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Far Rockaway), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,429
Median Home Value
$1,108,200
Median Rent
$2,031/mo
Population
9,130
College Educated
56.1%
Homeownership
75.3%
Avg Commute
41.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
33.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 6.7 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights, NY | 6.7 |
| CAHILL SCHOOL Saugerties, NY | 6.7 |
| CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 6.7 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School
What grades does Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School serve?
Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School?
Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School is 7:1. 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 the Five Towns-lower School rank in NY?
Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School ranks #361 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 the Five Towns-lower School a private school?
Yes, Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School 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 the Five Towns-lower School a religious school?
Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns-lower School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (516) 569-3043
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