Average
#732 of 992 private schools in NY
Yeshiva Derech Hatorah
Elementary School
2810 NOSTRAND AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#732 of 992
In Brooklyn
#113 of 173
public schools
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Yeshiva Derech Hatorah
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshiva Derech Hatorah
Yeshiva Derech Hatorah is a private elementary school in Brooklyn, NY. Yeshiva Derech Hatorah serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Derech Hatorah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #732 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 166 students, Yeshiva Derech Hatorah 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.
Yeshiva Derech Hatorah 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 Yeshiva Derech Hatorah compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshiva Derech Hatorah (this school) | 5.6 |
| PS 222 KATHERINE R SNYDER | 7.5 |
| PS 197 KINGS HIGHWAY ACADEMY (THE) | 6.9 |
| PS 193 GIL HODGES | 6.2 |
| ANDRIES HUDDE | 4.5 |
| IS 381 | 6.3 |
| JHS 278 MARINE PARK | 7.6 |
| PS 207 ELIZABETH G LEARY | 5.8 |
| PS 119 AMERSFORT | 4.6 |
| JHS 234 ARTHUR W CUNNINGHAM | 6.4 |
| PS 255 BARBARA REING SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| PS 199 FREDERICK WACHTEL | 5.5 |
| PS 238 ANNE SULLIVAN | 4.4 |
| PS 203 FLOYD BENNETT SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| PS 99 ISAAC ASIMOV | 5.9 |
| PS 153 HOMECREST | 5.9 |
| PS 206 JOSEPH F LAMB | 5.4 |
| PS 326 | 4.5 |
| SCHOOL OF SCIENCE &TECHNOLOGY | 5.8 |
| PS 315 | 5.0 |
| PS 194 RAOUL WALLENBERG | 4.9 |
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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
2810 NOSTRAND AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11229
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshiva Derech Hatorah may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 222 KATHERINE R SNYDER (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YESHIVAT LEV TORAH (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 197 KINGS HIGHWAY ACADEMY (THE) (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YESHIVA DERECH HATORAH HIGH Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| HA'OR BEACON SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| YESHIVA AHAVAS TORAH Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| YESHIVAT LEV TORAH Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| ZVI DOV ROTH ACADEMY OF YESHIVA RAMBAM Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| JAMES MADISON HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 222 KATHERINE R SNYDER Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 197 KINGS HIGHWAY ACADEMY (THE) Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| YAD YISROEL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 193 GIL HODGES Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ANDRIES HUDDE Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| IS 381 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| JHS 278 MARINE PARK Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| REACH FOR THE STARS LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | — |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| SHAARE TORAH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL/YESHIVA SHAAREI TOR Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| URBAN DOVE TEAM CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| KOLLEL ZICHRON YOSEF Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,556
Median Home Value
$812,200
Median Rent
$1,666/mo
Population
79,802
College Educated
41.3%
Homeownership
47%
Avg Commute
43.7 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshiva Derech Hatorah
What grades does Yeshiva Derech Hatorah serve?
Yeshiva Derech Hatorah serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Yeshiva Derech Hatorah?
Yeshiva Derech Hatorah has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Derech Hatorah?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Derech Hatorah is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshiva Derech Hatorah rank in NY?
Yeshiva Derech Hatorah ranks #732 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Yeshiva Derech Hatorah's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Derech Hatorah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshiva Derech Hatorah a private school?
Yes, Yeshiva Derech Hatorah 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 Derech Hatorah a religious school?
Yeshiva Derech Hatorah has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 166
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 258-4441
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