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#425 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 43% of private schools
Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor
High School
505 BEACH 129 ST, Belle Harbor, NY 11694
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
3.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#425 of 992
In Belle Harbor
#1 of 2
public schools
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Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor
High School in Belle Harbor · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor
Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor is a private high school in Belle Harbor, NY. Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 3.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #425 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor 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 3.9:1 students to teachers, Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor 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.
Schools in Belle Harbor
No public schools found in Belle Harbor for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
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
505 BEACH 129 ST, Belle Harbor, NY 11694
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SCHOLARS' ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rockaway Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ROCKAWAY PARK HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY (rated 6.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Rockaway Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NEW VISIONS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE HUMANITIES IV (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby New York), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Belle Harbor, see our Belle Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11694 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,792
Median Home Value
$839,000
Median Rent
$1,787/mo
Population
21,430
College Educated
43.3%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
45.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor
What grades does Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor serve?
Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor?
Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor is 3.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor rank in NY?
Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor ranks #425 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor a private school?
Yes, Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor 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 Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor a religious school?
Yeshiva Mercaz Hatorah of Belle Harbor has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (718) 474-3064
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