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#584 of 991 private schools in NY

Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel

High School

1265 E 108TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11236

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

96

Student-Teacher

8.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 11th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#81 of 173

public schools

New York high schools

#122 of 191

About Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel

Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel is a high school located in the heart of Brooklyn, New York. Serving grades 9 through 11, this small but tight-knit community offers an intimate learning environment with just 96 students and a student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1. The dedicated faculty consists of 12 full-time equivalent teachers who provide personalized attention to each student.

While the MySchoolScout rating reflects that there is room for academic growth, the school focuses on fostering a supportive atmosphere where every child can thrive. With no specific test score data available, it's evident that Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel places a strong emphasis on holistic development and nurturing individual talents. Situated in a bustling city setting, the school benefits from the diverse resources and cultural offerings of Brooklyn.

This urban environment provides students with numerous opportunities for enrichment outside the classroom as well.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 96 students, Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.3:1, Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel compares to 171 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
96
This School
vs
620
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel (this school) 6.1
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY CANARSIE CHARTER SCHOOL 5.6
HIGH SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION IN ADVERTISING AND MEDIA 6.9
HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONS 6.6
URBAN ACTION ACADEMY 5.5
OLYMPUS ACADEMY 5.4
ACADEMY FOR YOUNG WRITERS 7.7
SPRING CREEK COMMUNITY SCHOOL 5.8
EAST NEW YORK ARTS AND CIVICS HIGH SCHOOL (THE) 7.5
EAST NEW YORK FAMILY ACADEMY 6.3
BROOKLYN DEMOCRACY ACADEMY 4.9
METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL 4.9
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST EAST NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL 6.4
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ASPIRE CHARTER SCHOOL 5.0
PERFORMING ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL 6.8
WORLD ACADEMY FOR TOTAL COMMUNITY HEALTH HIGH SCHOOL 6.0
FDNY-CAPTAIN VERNON A RICHARDS HS 5.4
HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS 5.1
BROOKLYN THEATRE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL 7.4
ACADEMY FOR CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT 6.8
VICTORY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL 5.2

Showing 20 of 171 schools. View all schools in Brooklyn

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 11 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 2,442
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 96
View data sources

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

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 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONS (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, URBAN ACTION ACADEMY (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable 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 5.5
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VIII MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.6
PS 272 CURTIS ESTABROOK Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.7
IS 364 GATEWAY Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.7
PS 279 HERMAN SCHREIBER Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.8
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY CANARSIE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.6
SCIENCE AND MEDICINE MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.2
A PLUS KIDZ ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi
IS 211 JOHN WILSON Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.1
PS 306 ETHAN ALLEN Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.5
HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONS Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.6
URBAN ACTION ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.5
HIGH SCHOOL FOR INNOVATION IN ADVERTISING AND MEDIA Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.9
OLYMPUS ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.4
FRESH CREEK SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.8
PS 4 Brooklyn 1.0 mi 7.5
PS 115 DANIEL MUCATEL SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.7
CANARSIE ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 2.6
COLLEGIATE ACADEMY-MATH-PERSONAL AWA Brooklyn 1.1 mi 8.1

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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel has a median household income of $82,813. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $710,300, with a median rent of $1,637/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.3%. The average commute in the area is 51 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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URBAN ACADEMY LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY 6.1
MESIVTA CHOFETZ CHAIM Flushing, NY 6.0
THE WINDSOR SCHOOL Flushing, NY 6.0
YESHIVA OHAVEI TORAH OF RIVERDALE Bronx, NY 6.0

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 is ranked #584 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel's MySchoolScout rating?

Yeshiva Gedolah Ohr Yisroel has a composite rating of 6.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. 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
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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