Needs Improvement

#980 of 992 private schools in NY

Magen David Yeshivah High School

School

7801 BAY PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11214

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,204

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

3.7

Grades

1st – 12th

Enrollment

1,204

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

3.7

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#980 of 992

In Brooklyn

#171 of 173

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About Magen David Yeshivah High School

Magen David Yeshivah High School is a private school in Brooklyn, NY. Magen David Yeshivah High School serves approximately 1,204 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Magen David Yeshivah High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #980 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares2.5 pts below NY schools

3.7

This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Magen David Yeshivah High 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

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How Magen David Yeshivah High School compares to 569 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.5:1

This School

12:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,204

This School

510

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

3.7

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%

Magen David Yeshivah High School Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Magen David Yeshivah High School (this school)	—	1,204	11.5:1	3.7
ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE)	0.1 mi	364	8.1:1	8.9
BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY	0.1 mi	499	17.2:1	8.4
IS 96 SETH LOW	0.2 mi	867	9.1:1	6.9
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BENSONHURST	0.2 mi	643	—:1	6.5
BROOKLYN STUDIO SECONDARY SCHOOL	0.3 mi	879	11.3:1	4.5
PS 128 BENSONHURST	0.3 mi	457	13.1:1	4.5
HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2	0.4 mi	312	17.3:1	7.9
PS 97 HIGHLAWN (THE)	0.4 mi	884	13:1	6.7
PS 247	0.4 mi	744	10.9:1	7.7
PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE	0.4 mi	990	13.8:1	6.0
PS 205 CLARION	0.6 mi	1,097	12.9:1	8.1
PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE)	0.6 mi	1,107	15.6:1	8.3
PS 200 BENSON SCHOOL	0.7 mi	1,236	14.5:1	6.1
IS 228 DAVID A BOODY	0.7 mi	1,549	14:1	7.9
PS 177 MARLBORO (THE)	0.8 mi	896	16.3:1	4.7
IS 281 JOSEPH B CAVALLARO	0.8 mi	1,232	13.2:1	7.6
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAFAYETTE	0.9 mi	335	13.4:1	7.3
PS 226 ALFRED DE B MASON	0.9 mi	890	11.9:1	6.3
NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL	0.9 mi	3,152	15.4:1	6.9
LEADERS HIGH SCHOOL	0.9 mi	373	11.7:1	8.3

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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

B- 4.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.5:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.5 / 10

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Enrollment 1,204

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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

7801 BAY PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Magen David Yeshivah High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) (rated 8.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (rated 8.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
YESHIVAH OHEL MOSHE Brooklyn	0.1 mi	59	7.5
JEWISH CENTER FOR SPECIAL EDUC Brooklyn	0.2 mi	122	6.7
ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) Brooklyn	0.1 mi	364	8.9
BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn	0.1 mi	499	8.4
IS 96 SETH LOW Brooklyn	0.2 mi	867	6.9
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BENSONHURST Brooklyn	0.2 mi	643	6.5
BROOKLYN STUDIO SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	879	4.5
HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Brooklyn	0.4 mi	312	7.9
PS 97 HIGHLAWN (THE) Brooklyn	0.4 mi	884	6.7
PS 247 Brooklyn	0.4 mi	744	7.7
PS 128 BENSONHURST Brooklyn	0.3 mi	457	4.5
PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE Brooklyn	0.4 mi	990	6.0
PS 205 CLARION Brooklyn	0.6 mi	1,097	8.1
PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) Brooklyn	0.6 mi	1,107	8.3
EAST ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn	0.5 mi	43	6.6
GESHER YEHUDA Brooklyn	0.6 mi	57	6.3
IS 281 JOSEPH B CAVALLARO Brooklyn	0.8 mi	1,232	7.6
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAFAYETTE Brooklyn	0.9 mi	335	7.3
PS 200 BENSON SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.7 mi	1,236	6.1
IS 228 DAVID A BOODY Brooklyn	0.7 mi	1,549	7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,286

Median Home Value

$1,007,400

Median Rent

$1,710/mo

Population

88,994

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

33.9%

Avg Commute

45.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.9%

Median Age

41.1

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BNOS YERUSMALAYIM Brooklyn, NY	1,073	3.8
YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON Brooklyn, NY	786	3.8
YESHIVAT DARCHE ERES BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY	1,571	3.3
ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNIONDALE Uniondale, NY	1,522	4.2
BETH ROCHEL SCHOOL-GIRLS Monsey, NY	900	3.2
EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS CHARTER SCHOOL Rochester, NY	1,035	4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Magen David Yeshivah High School

What grades does Magen David Yeshivah High School serve?

Magen David Yeshivah High School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Magen David Yeshivah High School?

Magen David Yeshivah High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,204 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Magen David Yeshivah High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Magen David Yeshivah High School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Magen David Yeshivah High School rank in NY?

Magen David Yeshivah High School ranks #980 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Magen David Yeshivah High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Magen David Yeshivah High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Magen David Yeshivah High School a private school?

Yes, Magen David Yeshivah High 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 Magen David Yeshivah High School a religious school?

Magen David Yeshivah High School has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

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Transit Score: 90 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 58 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 1st – 12th
Enrollment: 1,204
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 105
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Kings County
Phone: (718) 331-4002

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