Average
#604 of 992 private schools in NY
Mesilas Bais Yaakov
High School
420 19TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#604 of 992
In Brooklyn
#86 of 173
public schools
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Mesilas Bais Yaakov
High School in Brooklyn · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mesilas Bais Yaakov
Mesilas Bais Yaakov is a private high school in Brooklyn, NY. Mesilas Bais Yaakov serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesilas Bais Yaakov has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #604 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 8:1 students to teachers, Mesilas Bais Yaakov sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mesilas Bais Yaakov 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 Mesilas Bais Yaakov compares to 171 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
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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
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
420 19TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesilas Bais Yaakov may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN JAY SCHOOL FOR LAW (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MAGNET SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE & DESIGN TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| MS 442 CARROLL GARDENS SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| BROOKLYN URBAN GARDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 8.8 |
| PS 295 Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| JHS 88 PETER ROUGET Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW VOICES SCHOOL OF ACADEMIC AND CREATIVE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 53 Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 3.6 |
| ST JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 107 JOHN W KIMBALL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| WINDSOR TERRACE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| AL-NOOR SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| PS 124 SILAS B DUTCHER Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 15.2 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ST SAVIOUR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| JOHN JAY SCHOOL FOR LAW Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| PARK SLOPE COLLEGIATE Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,773
Median Home Value
$1,674,700
Median Rent
$2,803/mo
Population
70,922
College Educated
80.2%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
38.5 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
37.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesilas Bais Yaakov
What grades does Mesilas Bais Yaakov serve?
Mesilas Bais Yaakov serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mesilas Bais Yaakov?
Mesilas Bais Yaakov has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesilas Bais Yaakov?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesilas Bais Yaakov is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mesilas Bais Yaakov rank in NY?
Mesilas Bais Yaakov ranks #604 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Mesilas Bais Yaakov's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesilas Bais Yaakov has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mesilas Bais Yaakov a private school?
Yes, Mesilas Bais Yaakov is a private all-girls 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 Mesilas Bais Yaakov a religious school?
Mesilas Bais Yaakov has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 279
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 150 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 499-4747
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