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#736 of 992 private schools in NY
North Shore Hebrew Academy
Elementary School
16 CHERRY LN, Great Neck, NY 11024
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#736 of 992
In Great Neck
#4 of 4
public schools
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North Shore Hebrew Academy
Elementary School in Great Neck · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Shore Hebrew Academy
North Shore Hebrew Academy is a private elementary school in Great Neck, NY. North Shore Hebrew Academy serves approximately 590 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. North Shore Hebrew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #736 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, North Shore Hebrew Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
North Shore Hebrew Academy 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 North Shore Hebrew Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Great Neck, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Shore Hebrew Academy (this school) | 5.6 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| E M BAKER SCHOOL | 8.9 |
| SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL | 8.6 |
| LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 9.2 |
| GREAT NECK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL | 9.0 |
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
16 CHERRY LN, Great Neck, NY 11024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Shore Hebrew Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 94 DAVID D PORTER (rated 9.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Little Neck), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, E M BAKER SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Great Neck, see our Great Neck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Great Neck | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| GREAT NECK NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| E M BAKER SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL Great Neck | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| LONG ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Great Neck | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| MY SPECTRUM CENTER East Port Washington | 2.3 mi | — |
| MANORHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN PHILIP SOUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Washington | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| MANHASSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Manhasset | 2.7 mi | 8.8 |
| MANHASSET SECONDARY SCHOOL Manhasset | 2.7 mi | 9.1 |
| PS 94 DAVID D PORTER Little Neck | 3.3 mi | 9.2 |
| PS 175 CITY ISLAND Bronx | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| HAPPY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Port Washington | 2.7 mi | — |
| LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Great Neck | 3.3 mi | 9.2 |
| PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE) Douglaston | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 169 BAY TERRACE Bayside | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| BELL ACADEMY Bayside | 3.1 mi | 8.9 |
| MAGEN ISRAEL-GAN ISRAEL CENTER INC Great Neck | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$170,476
Median Home Value
$1,633,700
Median Rent
$2,467/mo
Population
8,821
College Educated
52.1%
Homeownership
81.9%
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
30.4
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|---|---|
| ALICE E GRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmsford, NY | 5.6 |
| BEREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montgomery, NY | 5.6 |
| BNEI YAKOV YOSEF OF MONSEY Spring Valley, NY | 5.6 |
| CENTENNIAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt, NY | 5.6 |
| CRAIG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady, NY | 5.6 |
| LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Yonkers, NY | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Shore Hebrew Academy
What grades does North Shore Hebrew Academy serve?
North Shore Hebrew Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend North Shore Hebrew Academy?
North Shore Hebrew Academy has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Shore Hebrew Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at North Shore Hebrew Academy is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does North Shore Hebrew Academy rank in NY?
North Shore Hebrew Academy ranks #736 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is North Shore Hebrew Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
North Shore Hebrew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is North Shore Hebrew Academy a private school?
Yes, North Shore Hebrew Academy 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 North Shore Hebrew Academy a religious school?
North Shore Hebrew Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 590
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (516) 487-8687
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