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#584 of 992 private schools in NY
Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel
High School
1265 E 108TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 11th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#584 of 992
In Brooklyn
#81 of 173
public schools
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Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel
High School in Brooklyn · grades 9th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel
Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel is a private high school in Brooklyn, NY. Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades 9th-11th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #584 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel 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 Gedolah Ohr Yisroel compares to 171 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1265 E 108TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HIGH SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION IN ADVERTISING AND MEDIA (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, URBAN ACTION ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BE'ER HAGOLAH INSTITUTES (B & G) Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 346 ABE STARK Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VIII MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| PS 272 CURTIS ESTABROOK Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| IS 364 GATEWAY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 2.6 |
| PS 279 HERMAN SCHREIBER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY CANARSIE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SCIENCE AND MEDICINE MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| A PLUS KIDZ ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | — |
| IS 211 JOHN WILSON Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 306 ETHAN ALLEN Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONS Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| URBAN ACTION ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION IN ADVERTISING AND MEDIA Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| OLYMPUS ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 4 Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 115 DANIEL MUCATEL SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MATH-PERSONAL AWA Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,813
Median Home Value
$710,300
Median Rent
$1,637/mo
Population
95,174
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
50.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel
What grades does Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel serve?
Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel serves students in grades 9th through 11th.
How many students attend Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel?
Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel rank in NY?
Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel ranks #584 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel a private school?
Yes, Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel 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 Gedolah Ohr Yisroel a religious school?
Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 96
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 11 hours
- Days Per Year
- 222 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 963-4200
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