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#304 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 31% of private schools
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys
Elementary School
4240 AMBOY RD, Staten Island, NY 10308
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#304 of 992
In Staten Island
#6 of 22
public schools
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Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys
Elementary School in Staten Island · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys is a private elementary school in Staten Island, NY. Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #304 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys 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 Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys compares to 75 public schools serving similar grades in Staten Island, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys (this school) | 6.9 |
| PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON | 8.0 |
| IS 24 MYRA S BARNES | 7.7 |
| PS 42 ELTINGVILLE | 7.2 |
| PS 55 HENRY M BOEHM | 6.2 |
| PS 32 GIFFORD SCHOOL (THE) | 6.9 |
| BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) | 7.7 |
| DAVID MARQUIS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (THE) | 4.5 |
| PS 36 J C DRUMGOOLE | 6.4 |
| PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON | 8.4 |
| PS 5 HUGUENOT | 8.5 |
| PS 4 MAURICE WOLLIN | 7.3 |
| PS 23 RICHMONDTOWN | 7.8 |
| IS 75 FRANK D PAULO | 8.0 |
| IS 7 ELIAS BERNSTEIN | 7.2 |
| MARSH AVENUE SCHOOL FOR EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING | 7.6 |
| SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| PS 56 LOUIS DESARIO SCHOOL (THE) | 7.2 |
| PS 69 DANIEL D TOMPKINS | 5.5 |
| STEPHANIE A VIERNO SCHOOL (THE) | 5.9 |
| IS 72 ROCCO LAURIE | 7.3 |
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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
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
4240 AMBOY RD, Staten Island, NY 10308
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 5 HUGUENOT (rated 8.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Staten Island, see our Staten Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 8 SHIRLEE SOLOMON Staten Island | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| ST CLARE SCHOOL Staten Island | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| IS 24 MYRA S BARNES Staten Island | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 32 GIFFORD SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 55 HENRY M BOEHM Staten Island | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 42 ELTINGVILLE Staten Island | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| DAVID MARQUIS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (THE) Staten Island | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| BARBARA ESSELBORN SCHOOL (THE) Staten Island | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 36 J C DRUMGOOLE Staten Island | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 23 RICHMONDTOWN Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 5 HUGUENOT Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 8.5 |
| MARSH AVENUE SCHOOL FOR EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING Staten Island | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| GAYNOR MCCOWN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| CSI HIGH SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Staten Island | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 50 FRANK HANKINSON Staten Island | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| IS 7 ELIAS BERNSTEIN Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| MSGR FARRELL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 4 MAURICE WOLLIN Staten Island | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,654
Median Home Value
$648,800
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
29,996
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
49.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
43.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys
What grades does Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys serve?
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys?
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys?
The student-teacher ratio at Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys rank in NY?
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys ranks #304 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys's MySchoolScout rating?
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys a private school?
Yes, Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys is a private all-boys 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 Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys a religious school?
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School for Boys has a Jewish religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 138
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 9.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Richmond County
- Phone
- (718) 979-6333
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