Needs Improvement

#981 of 992 private schools in NY

Yeshiva Darchei Torah

School

257 BEACH 17TH ST, Far Rockaway, NY 11691

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

2,347

Student-Teacher

25.2:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

2,347

Student-Teacher

25.2:1

Score

3.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#981 of 992

In Far Rockaway

#7 of 7

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About Yeshiva Darchei Torah

Yeshiva Darchei Torah is a private school in Far Rockaway, NY. Yeshiva Darchei Torah serves approximately 2,347 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Darchei Torah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #981 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares2.6 pts below NY schools

3.6

This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Yeshiva Darchei Torah is a large school: 2,347 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Yeshiva Darchei Torah runs 25.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Yeshiva Darchei Torah 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 Yeshiva Darchei Torah compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Far Rockaway, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

25.2:1

This School

12.4:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

2,347

This School

481

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

3.6

This School

5.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 99.8% vs 0%

Black 0.2% vs 0%

Yeshiva Darchei Torah Far Rockaway Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Yeshiva Darchei Torah (this school)	—	2,347	25.2:1	3.6
PENINSULA PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL	0.3 mi	319	—:1	5.8
WAVE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.4 mi	493	15.9:1	8.0
PS 197 OCEAN SCHOOL (THE)	0.4 mi	403	13.9:1	6.0
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FAR ROCKAWAY	0.5 mi	714	—:1	6.6
VILLAGE ACADEMY	0.5 mi	295	8.7:1	5.7
MS 53 BRIAN PICCOLO	0.5 mi	241	10:1	4.9
PS 43	0.6 mi	615	12.8:1	3.5
CHALLENGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL	0.7 mi	1,195	14.8:1	4.8
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR INFORMATION RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY	0.7 mi	503	14.4:1	7.6
KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI	0.7 mi	263	13.2:1	6.4
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VI HIGH SCHOOL	0.7 mi	280	11.2:1	4.7
ACADEMY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL	0.7 mi	608	12.4:1	4.2
RANDOLPH HOLDER SCHOOL OF SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE)	0.7 mi	520	13.3:1	4.1
LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.8 mi	149	8.3:1	1.9
PS 104 BAYS WATER (THE)	1.1 mi	505	13.6:1	4.2
PS 105 BAY SCHOOL (THE)	1.6 mi	593	11.2:1	3.2

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

C- 1.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 25.2:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.4 / 10

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School Day Length 9 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,800

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

D 1.2 / 10

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Enrollment 2,347

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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 99.8%

Black 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

257 BEACH 17TH ST, Far Rockaway, NY 11691

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yeshiva Darchei Torah may also want to explore other schools in the area. DARCHEI TORAH (rated 6.0/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is DARCHEI TORAH (rated 5.8/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TORAH ACADEMY FOR GIRLS (rated 5.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Far Rockaway, see our Far Rockaway schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
DARCHEI TORAH Far Rockaway	0.0 mi	2,125	6.0
DARCHEI TORAH Far Rockaway	0.0 mi	2,288	5.8
PENINSULA PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Far Rockaway	0.3 mi	319	5.8
WAVE PREPARATORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Far Rockaway	0.4 mi	493	8.0
BNOS BAIS YAAKOV / TICHON MEIR MOSHE Far Rockaway	0.4 mi	339	6.2
BNOS BAIS YAAKOV-FAR ROCKAWAY Far Rockaway	0.4 mi	1,229	5.1
MS 53 BRIAN PICCOLO Far Rockaway	0.5 mi	241	4.9
VILLAGE ACADEMY Far Rockaway	0.5 mi	295	5.7
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FAR ROCKAWAY Far Rockaway	0.5 mi	714	6.6
PS 197 OCEAN SCHOOL (THE) Far Rockaway	0.4 mi	403	6.0
WORLD HARVEST DELIVERANCE CTR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Far Rockaway	0.6 mi	10	—
PS 43 Far Rockaway	0.6 mi	615	3.5
RANDOLPH HOLDER SCHOOL OF SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Far Rockaway	0.7 mi	520	4.1
TORAH ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Far Rockaway	0.6 mi	1,790	5.3
CHALLENGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Far Rockaway	0.7 mi	1,195	4.8
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VI HIGH SCHOOL Far Rockaway	0.7 mi	280	4.7
KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI Far Rockaway	0.7 mi	263	6.4
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR INFORMATION RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY Far Rockaway	0.7 mi	503	7.6
ACADEMY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Far Rockaway	0.7 mi	608	4.2
LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Far Rockaway	0.8 mi	149	1.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11691 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,027

Median Home Value

$649,400

Median Rent

$1,444/mo

Population

68,704

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

28.9%

Avg Commute

45 min

Poverty Rate

20.8%

Median Age

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
YESHIVAT DARCHE ERES BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY	1,571	3.3
BAIS ROCHEL SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY	1,982	4.1
ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNIONDALE Uniondale, NY	1,522	4.2
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY OF BORO PARK Brooklyn, NY	1,982	4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yeshiva Darchei Torah

What grades does Yeshiva Darchei Torah serve?

Yeshiva Darchei Torah serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Yeshiva Darchei Torah?

Yeshiva Darchei Torah has an enrollment of approximately 2,347 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Darchei Torah?

The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Darchei Torah is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Yeshiva Darchei Torah rank in NY?

Yeshiva Darchei Torah ranks #981 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Yeshiva Darchei Torah's MySchoolScout rating?

Yeshiva Darchei Torah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Yeshiva Darchei Torah a private school?

Yes, Yeshiva Darchei Torah 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 Yeshiva Darchei Torah a religious school?

Yeshiva Darchei Torah has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 84 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 62 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 2,347
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 25.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 93
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 9 hours
Days Per Year: 200 days
Setting: Large City
County: Queens County
Phone: (718) 868-2300

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