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#604 of 991 private schools in NY

Mesilas Bais Yaakov

High School

420 19TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11215

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

279

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#86 of 173

public schools

New York high schools

#126 of 191

About Mesilas Bais Yaakov

MESILAS BAIS YAAKOV is a high school located in the heart of Brooklyn, New York. The school serves students from ninth through twelfth grade and has an enrollment of 279 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, MESILAS BAIS YAAKOV provides a personalized learning environment that allows for individual attention and support.

The faculty consists of 35 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to helping each student achieve their academic goals. MESILAS BAIS YAAKOV has earned a MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10, placing it in the 60th percentile among New York State schools, with a state ranking of #393 out of 991 high schools. While test score data is not available to provide specific context on academic performance, the school focuses on student development and offers various programs to support learners across different subjects and interests.

The school's setting in Brooklyn allows students to benefit from the diverse cultural offerings and resources of a large city while being part of a close-knit community focused on education.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Mesilas Bais Yaakov offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Mesilas Bais Yaakov operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Mesilas Bais Yaakov compares to 171 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
279
This School
vs
620
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Mesilas Bais Yaakov Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Mesilas Bais Yaakov (this school) 6.0
PS 53 7.1
BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 15.2 8.8
MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL 8.2
PARK SLOPE COLLEGIATE 7.8
JOHN JAY SCHOOL FOR LAW 7.1
CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY 6.2
BROOKLYN COLLEGE ACADEMY 7.2
SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL 7.0
PS 371 LILLIAN L RASHKIS 7.1
WEST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL 6.3
CLARA BARTON HIGH SCHOOL 5.5
HIGH SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP (THE) 8.4
BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR MUSIC & THEATER 7.2
BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND THE ENVIRONMENT 7.1
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT PROSPECT HEIGHTS 5.8
PS 77 7.1
SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY & RESEARCH EARLY COLLEGE 7.3
ACAD FOR COLLEGE PREP AND CAREER EXP 6.6
HIGH SCHOOL FOR YOUTH AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AT ERASMUS 5.1
ACADEMY OF HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM 5.0

Showing 20 of 171 schools. View all schools in Brooklyn

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,200
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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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
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Enrollment 279
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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

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 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PARK SLOPE COLLEGIATE (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST SAVIOUR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 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 7.8
MS 442 CARROLL GARDENS SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION Brooklyn 0.2 mi 8.4
BROOKLYN URBAN GARDEN CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.9
PS 295 Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.2
JHS 88 PETER ROUGET Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.9
NEW VOICES SCHOOL OF ACADEMIC AND CREATIVE ARTS Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.6
PS 53 Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.1
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.7
PS 107 JOHN W KIMBALL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.5
HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.3
WINDSOR TERRACE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.5
AL-NOOR SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.1
PS 39 HENRY BRISTOW Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.7
PS 124 SILAS B DUTCHER Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.5
BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 15.2 Brooklyn 0.8 mi 8.8
ST SAVIOUR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.3
JOHN JAY SCHOOL FOR LAW Brooklyn 0.9 mi 7.1
PARK SLOPE COLLEGIATE Brooklyn 0.9 mi 7.8
CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.2
MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.9 mi 8.2

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Mesilas Bais Yaakov has a median household income of $180,773. It is a well-educated community where 80% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,674,700, with a median rent of $2,803/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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CHAZY CENTRAL RURAL JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Chazy, NY 6.0
FACING HISTORY SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY 6.0
IMMACULATE HEART CENTRAL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown, NY 6.0
MYNDERSE ACADEMY Seneca Falls, NY 6.0

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 is ranked #604 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Mesilas Bais Yaakov's MySchoolScout rating?

Mesilas Bais Yaakov has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. 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
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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