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#940 of 992 private schools in NY

Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary

School

6005 WOODHAVEN BLVD, Elmhurst, NY 11373

Private

Enrollment

455

Student-Teacher

24.1:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#940 of 992

In Elmhurst

#4 of 4

public schools

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Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary

4.6/10

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

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About Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary

Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary is a private school in Elmhurst, NY. Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #940 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.6 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary runs 24.1:1 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.

Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary 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 Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Elmhurst, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
24.1:1
This School
vs
39.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
455
This School
vs
807
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.6
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary Elmhurst Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary (this school) 4.6
JOHN F KENNEDY JR SCHOOL 4.3
PS 102 BAYVIEW 7.3
CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 8.3
PS 13 CLEMENT C MOORE 5.1
FORTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 7.2
NEWTOWN HIGH SCHOOL 6.7
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH SCIENCES 4.4
ELM COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL 6.0
PS 7 LOUIS F SIMEONE 6.6
CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY 8.0
PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL 7.9
VOYAGES PREPARATORY 6.0
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (THE) 5.4
MASPETH HIGH SCHOOL 8.0
IS 5 WALTER CROWLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (THE) 6.9
PS 89 JOSE PERALTA SCHOOL OF DREAMERS (THE) 5.2

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)
C- 1.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 24.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,440
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 455
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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 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6005 WOODHAVEN BLVD, Elmhurst, NY 11373

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary may also want to explore other schools in the area. CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elmhurst, see our Elmhurst schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
RESURRECTION ASCENSION CATHOLIC ACADEMY Rego Park 0.2 mi 6.1
CATHEDRAL PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND SEMINARY Elmhurst 0.3 mi 6.2
JOHN F KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Elmhurst 0.3 mi 4.3
PS 13 CLEMENT C MOORE Elmhurst 0.4 mi 5.1
CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst 0.4 mi 8.3
PS 102 BAYVIEW Elmhurst 0.4 mi 7.3
PS 139 REGO PARK Rego Park 0.5 mi 6.1
FORTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst 0.6 mi 7.2
NEWTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Elmhurst 0.7 mi 6.7
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH SCIENCES Elmhurst 0.7 mi 4.4
PS 206 HORACE HARDING SCHOOL (THE) Rego Park 0.5 mi 6.0
CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Elmhurst 0.8 mi 8.0
VOYAGES PREPARATORY Elmhurst 0.8 mi 6.0
PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Elmhurst 0.8 mi 7.9
VALENCE COLLEGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Rego Park 0.7 mi 7.2
PS 49 DOROTHY BONAWIT KOLE Middle Village 0.8 mi 6.9
ELM TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corona 0.8 mi 3.4
ST ADALBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmhurst 0.7 mi 5.9
ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY Elmhurst 0.9 mi 5.6
IS 61 LEONARDO DA VINCI Corona 0.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,470

Median Home Value

$683,200

Median Rent

$1,913/mo

Population

99,433

College Educated

29.6%

Homeownership

27.7%

Avg Commute

42.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary

What grades does Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary serve?

Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary?

Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary has an enrollment of approximately 455 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary rank in NY?

Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary ranks #940 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary a private school?

Yes, Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary 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 Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary a religious school?

Jewish Institute of Queens-elementary has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
455
Gender Split
39% M / 61% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County

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