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Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe

High School

960 49TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11219

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

700

Student-Teacher

31.8:1

Score

3.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#167 of 173

public schools

New York high schools

#188 of 191

About Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe

Yeshiva and Mesifta Viyoel Moshe is a large Orthodox high school serving grades 9 through 12 in Brooklyn, New York, within Kings County. With 700 students and a 31.8:1 student-teacher ratio across 22 full-time teachers, the school serves a significant portion of its Brooklyn neighborhood community. No standardized test data is available.

The school is located in Borough Park — a large city neighborhood where the surrounding zip code has a median household income of about $51,000 and a 32.7% poverty rate, reflecting the community's economic challenges alongside its deeply cohesive Orthodox Jewish religious and cultural identity. The school community is large enough to offer a range of activities and peer relationships while maintaining a connected educational environment. Families in the area reflect a community invested in their children's futures, and the school draws from a neighborhood where education is a clear priority.

The urban location provides students with access to the cultural and civic richness of city life, adding a layer of real-world context to their educational experience.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe is 31.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

As a private school, Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe 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 & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe compares to 171 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
31.8:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
700
This School
vs
620
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.9
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe (this school) 3.9
WEST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL 6.3
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT 6.6
PS 371 LILLIAN L RASHKIS 7.1
SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL 7.0
BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 15.2 8.8
HIGH SCHOOL OF TELECOMMUNICATION ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY 7.9
FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL 5.8
PS 53 7.1
BROOKLYN COLLEGE ACADEMY 7.2
NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL 6.5
FORT HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL 6.6
SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY & RESEARCH EARLY COLLEGE 7.3
ACAD FOR COLLEGE PREP AND CAREER EXP 6.6
HIGH SCHOOL FOR YOUTH AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AT ERASMUS 5.1
ACADEMY OF HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM 5.0
HIGH SCHOOL FOR SERVICE AND LEARNING AT ERASMUS 4.9
MILLENNIUM BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL 8.2
PARK SLOPE COLLEGIATE 7.8
JOHN JAY SCHOOL FOR LAW 7.1
CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY 6.2

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)
D 1.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 31.8:1
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 9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,620
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- 5.0 / 10
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Enrollment 700
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

960 49TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING (rated 8.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 131 (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE) (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 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
JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING Brooklyn 0.1 mi 8.0
PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.2
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.4
TALMUD TORAH DRABINU YOEL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.4
SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.5
BAIS CHAYA ESTHER Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.5
SHEMA KOLAINU-HEAR OUR VOICES Brooklyn 0.3 mi
PS 131 Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.9
BNOS MARGULIA VIZNITZ - DBA OF YESHIVA IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.0
PS 169 SUNSET PARK Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.7
PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE) Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.2
WEST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.3
TALMUD TORAH TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.9
YESHIVA TIFERES BUNIM Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.5
TOCAH VYIRAH OF BORO PARK Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.9
PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.3
HADRAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.7
SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.3
BAIS ROCHEL SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 4.1
UNITED TALMUDICAL ACADEMY-TORAH V'YIRAH Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,685

Median Home Value

$1,086,000

Median Rent

$1,678/mo

Population

94,737

College Educated

21.5%

Homeownership

26%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

31.8%

Median Age

25.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe has a median household income of $55,685. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,086,000, with a median rent of $1,678/month. The area has a poverty rate of 31.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
EAST ROCHESTER JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rochester, NY 3.9
JOHNSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Johnstown, NY 3.9
WELLSVILLE SECONDARY SCHOOL Wellsville, NY 3.9
BRONX PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY 3.8
GREEN TECH HIGH CHARTER SCHOOL Albany, NY 3.8
NORTHERN ADIRONDACK MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Ellenburg Depot, NY 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe

What grades does Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe serve?

Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe?

Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe?

The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe is 31.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe rank in NY?

Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe is ranked #974 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe's MySchoolScout rating?

Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe has a composite rating of 3.9 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 & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe a private school?

Yes, Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe 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 & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe a religious school?

Yeshiva & Mesifta Viyoel Moshe has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
700
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
31.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
9 hours
Days Per Year
180 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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