Very Good
#141 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 14% of private schools
Schechter School of Long Island
School
6 CROSS ST, Williston Park, NY 11596
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
260
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#141 of 992
In Williston Park
#1 of 3
public schools
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Schechter School of Long Island
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About Schechter School of Long Island
Schechter School of Long Island is a private school in Williston Park, NY. Schechter School of Long Island serves approximately 260 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Schechter School of Long Island has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Schechter School of Long Island sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Schechter School of Long Island 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 Schechter School of Long Island compares to the 1 public school in Williston Park, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Williston Park
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Schechter School of Long Island (this school) | 7.5 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL | 9.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
6 CROSS ST, Williston Park, NY 11596
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Schechter School of Long Island may also want to explore other schools in the area. SEARINGTOWN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Albertson), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ROSLYN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Roslyn Heights), a more accessible option. For more schools in Williston Park, see our Williston Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST AIDAN UPPER SCHOOL Williston Park | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ST AIDAN SCHOOL Williston Park | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Williston Park | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| NORTH SIDE SCHOOL East Williston | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| JACKSON AVENUE SCHOOL Mineola | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MEADOW DRIVE SCHOOL Albertson | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mineola | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SEARINGTOWN SCHOOL Albertson | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HAMPTON STREET SCHOOL Mineola | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| WILLETS ROAD SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Garden City Park | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| HERRICKS MIDDLE SCHOOL Albertson | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| HEMLOCK SCHOOL Garden City | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ROSLYN MIDDLE SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| GARDEN CITY HIGH SCHOOL Garden City | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| WHEATLEY SCHOOL Old Westbury | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| DENTON AVENUE SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| GARDEN CITY PARK SCHOOL Garden City Park | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| ROSLYN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11596 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,026
Median Home Value
$801,500
Median Rent
$2,102/mo
Population
10,378
College Educated
56.1%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
41.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| CLYMER CENTRAL SCHOOL Clymer, NY | 7.5 |
| COOKE SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.5 |
| DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES INSTITUTE Smithtown, NY | 7.5 |
| SCIO CENTRAL SCHOOL Scio, NY | 7.5 |
| STATEN ISLAND ACADEMY Staten Island, NY | 7.5 |
| THE CENTER FOR DISCOVERY Monticello, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Schechter School of Long Island
What grades does Schechter School of Long Island serve?
Schechter School of Long Island serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Schechter School of Long Island?
Schechter School of Long Island has an enrollment of approximately 260 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Schechter School of Long Island?
The student-teacher ratio at Schechter School of Long Island is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Schechter School of Long Island rank in NY?
Schechter School of Long Island ranks #141 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Schechter School of Long Island's MySchoolScout rating?
Schechter School of Long Island has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Schechter School of Long Island a private school?
Yes, Schechter School of Long Island 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 Schechter School of Long Island a religious school?
Schechter School of Long Island has a Jewish religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 260
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (516) 539-3700
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