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#817 of 992 private schools in NY
Shulamith School for Girls
School
305 CEDARHURST AVE, Cedarhurst, NY 11516
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#817 of 992
In Cedarhurst
#3 of 3
public schools
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About Shulamith School for Girls
Shulamith School for Girls is a private school in Cedarhurst, NY. Shulamith School for Girls serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Shulamith School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #817 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Shulamith School for Girls 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.
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BetaHow Shulamith School for Girls compares to the 1 public school in Cedarhurst, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Cedarhurst
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Shulamith School for Girls (this school) | 5.3 |
| LAWRENCE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 6.1 |
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.
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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
305 CEDARHURST AVE, Cedarhurst, NY 11516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shulamith School for Girls may also want to explore other schools in the area. LAWRENCE WOODMERE ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Woodmere), which scores notably higher. Another option is HEBREW ACADEMY OF FIVE TOWNS & ROCKAWAY (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Lawrence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KULANU ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cedarhurst, see our Cedarhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,083
Median Home Value
$818,600
Median Rent
$2,204/mo
Population
8,733
College Educated
46.7%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
35.5
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| MADISON CENTRAL SCHOOL Madison, NY | 5.3 |
| TALMUD TORAH IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn, NY | 5.3 |
| TAMARAC MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Troy, NY | 5.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shulamith School for Girls
What grades does Shulamith School for Girls serve?
Shulamith School for Girls serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Shulamith School for Girls?
Shulamith School for Girls has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shulamith School for Girls?
The student-teacher ratio at Shulamith School for Girls is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Shulamith School for Girls rank in NY?
Shulamith School for Girls ranks #817 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Shulamith School for Girls's MySchoolScout rating?
Shulamith School for Girls has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Shulamith School for Girls a private school?
Yes, Shulamith School for Girls 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 Shulamith School for Girls a religious school?
Shulamith School for Girls has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 618
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (516) 564-1500
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