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#329 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 33% of private schools
Sar High School
High School
503 W 259TH ST, Bronx, NY 10471
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#329 of 992
In Bronx
#12 of 53
public schools
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Sar High School
High School in Bronx · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sar High School
Sar High School is a private high school in Bronx, NY. Sar High School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sar High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #329 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Sar High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sar 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
BetaHow Sar High School compares to 161 public schools serving similar grades in Bronx, 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
503 W 259TH ST, Bronx, NY 10471
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sar High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HORACE MANN SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is YESHIVA OF THE TELSHE ALUMNI (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, YESHIVA OHAVEI TORAH OF RIVERDALE (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARGARET OF CORTONA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.1 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 81 ROBERT J CHRISTEN Bronx | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL 27 Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| THE BIONDI SCHOOL/RISING GROUND INC Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| YESHIVA OHAVEI TORAH OF RIVERDALE Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| YESHIVA OF THE TELSHE ALUMNI Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL LOWER DIVISION Bronx | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| ECFS Bronx | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| RIVERDALE/KINGSBRIDGE ACADEMY (MS/HS 141) Bronx | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 24 SPUYTEN DUYVIL Bronx | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| ST GABRIEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronx | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY Yonkers | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| SCHOOL 21 Yonkers | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MILTON FEIN SCHOOL Bronx | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10471 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,738
Median Home Value
$406,500
Median Rent
$1,729/mo
Population
23,400
College Educated
58.5%
Homeownership
57.5%
Avg Commute
44.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
46.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISHOP KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 6.8 |
| BRONX COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.8 |
| BRONXWOOD PREPARATORY ACADEMY (THE) Bronx, NY | 6.8 |
| BUSINESS OF SPORTS SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.8 |
| BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Queens Village, NY | 6.8 |
| EAST UPPER HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sar High School
What grades does Sar High School serve?
Sar High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sar High School?
Sar High School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sar High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sar High School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sar High School rank in NY?
Sar High School ranks #329 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Sar High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sar High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sar High School a private school?
Yes, Sar 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 Sar High School a religious school?
Sar High School has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 636
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 95
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Phone
- (718) 548-2727
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