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Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim

Elementary School

5202 13TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11219

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

4.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

4.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#294 of 992

In Brooklyn

#30 of 173

public schools

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About Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim

Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim is a private elementary school in Brooklyn, NY. Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #294 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.0 pts above NY schools

6.9

This school 6.9 · Average
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 72 students, Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim 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 4.5:1 students to teachers, Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim 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

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How Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

4.5:1

This School

12.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

483

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.9

This School

6.0

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%

Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim (this school)	—	72	4.5:1	6.9
PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON	0.4 mi	943	12.2:1	9.1
PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE)	0.5 mi	1,132	16.6:1	8.4
PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY	0.5 mi	496	11.3:1	8.2
PS 131	0.5 mi	527	11.5:1	7.7
PS 231	0.5 mi	302	4.5:1	5.6
SEEALL ACADEMY (THE)	0.5 mi	870	11.9:1	8.3
JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING	0.6 mi	1,236	12.4:1	9.1
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187	0.6 mi	929	15.7:1	8.3
JHS 223 MONTAUK (THE)	0.6 mi	654	12.3:1	8.3
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT	0.6 mi	517	10.6:1	6.6
SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE)	0.7 mi	547	14.4:1	9.2
SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE)	0.8 mi	266	10.2:1	8.0
JHS 227 EDWARD B SHALLOW	0.8 mi	1,358	13.1:1	7.8
PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE)	0.8 mi	567	9.4:1	8.1
PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL	0.8 mi	555	13.5:1	9.0
PS 176 OVINGTON	0.8 mi	1,110	15:1	7.2
PS 48 MAPLETON	0.9 mi	496	10.8:1	7.1
PS 169 SUNSET PARK	1.0 mi	834	10.4:1	6.9
PS 179 KENSINGTON	1.0 mi	672	15.6:1	6.0
PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK	1.0 mi	744	13.8:1	7.1

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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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.4 / 10

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School Day Length 8.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,584

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Enrollment 72

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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)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5202 13TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEEALL ACADEMY (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
YESHIVA TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn	0.0 mi	72	5.5
TOCAH VYIRAH OF BORO PARK Brooklyn	0.1 mi	311	5.9
BAIS ROCHEL SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.2 mi	1,982	4.1
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn	0.2 mi	311	5.9
HADRAN ACADEMY Brooklyn	0.4 mi	50	6.7
PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON Brooklyn	0.4 mi	943	9.1
CONGREGATION BNOS CHAYA Brooklyn	0.4 mi	203	4.4
TALMUD TORAH DRABINU YOEL Brooklyn	0.4 mi	857	5.4
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn	0.4 mi	857	5.4
PS 131 Brooklyn	0.5 mi	527	7.7
YESHIVA & MESIFTA VIYOEL MOSHE Brooklyn	0.5 mi	700	3.9
PS 231 Brooklyn	0.5 mi	302	5.6
HASC - HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Brooklyn	0.5 mi	82	6.1
HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL Brooklyn	0.5 mi	82	6.1
SEEALL ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn	0.5 mi	870	8.3
TOMER DEVORAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.6 mi	259	7.0
BAIS CHAYA ESTHER Brooklyn	0.4 mi	195	5.5
SHEMA KOLAINU-HEAR OUR VOICES Brooklyn	0.6 mi	27	—
PS 164 CAESAR RODNEY Brooklyn	0.5 mi	496	8.2
YESHIVA & MISIVTA TIFERES ELIMELECH Brooklyn	0.6 mi	436	4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,685

Median Home Value

$1,086,000

Median Rent

$1,678/mo

Population

94,737

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

26%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

31.8%

Median Age

25.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim

What grades does Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim serve?

Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim?

Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim?

The student-teacher ratio at Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim rank in NY?

Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim ranks #294 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim's MySchoolScout rating?

Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim 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 Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim a private school?

Yes, Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim 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 Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim a religious school?

Talmud Torah Tiferes Bunim has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 80 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 62 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 72
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 8.8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Kings County
Phone: (718) 436-6868

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