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#702 of 991 private schools in NY

Yeshiva Shaare Torah

Elementary School

1680 CONEY ISLAND AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11230

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

199

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#106 of 173

public schools

New York elementary schools

#324 of 486

About Yeshiva Shaare Torah

Yeshiva Shaare Torah is an elementary school located in Brooklyn, New York, offering education from kindergarten through eighth grade. With a total enrollment of 199 students and a student-teacher ratio of 10.6:1, the school ensures that each child receives individual attention. The dedicated teaching staff comprises 19 full-time equivalent teachers who are committed to fostering a supportive learning environment.

While detailed test score data is not available, Yeshiva Shaare Torah maintains a MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks at the 65th percentile among New York state schools. The school focuses on nurturing students' overall development with room for academic growth in various subjects. Yeshiva Shaare Torah is situated in a bustling urban setting, offering its students opportunities to engage with the vibrant community around them.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 199 students, Yeshiva Shaare Torah 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.

As a private school, Yeshiva Shaare Torah 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.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$96,188
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$96,155
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.00x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
52%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$31.6M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 199 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Yeshiva Shaare Torah compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
199
This School
vs
483
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Yeshiva Shaare Torah Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Yeshiva Shaare Torah (this school) 5.7
PS 199 FREDERICK WACHTEL 8.2
PS 99 ISAAC ASIMOV 7.9
PS 238 ANNE SULLIVAN 7.2
PS 226 ALFRED DE B MASON 6.1
PS 197 KINGS HIGHWAY ACADEMY (THE) 7.1
PS 177 MARLBORO (THE) 6.1
PS 193 GIL HODGES 7.7
PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER 9.1
PS 255 BARBARA REING SCHOOL 5.9
JHS 234 ARTHUR W CUNNINGHAM 7.4
PS 215 MORRIS H WEISS 6.7
IS 381 6.0
ANDRIES HUDDE 7.8
PS 153 HOMECREST 8.2
BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL 4.5
PS 134 8.0
PS 217 COLONEL DAVID MARCUS SCHOOL 7.9
PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) 6.3
PS 205 CLARION 8.0
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE &TECHNOLOGY 8.5

Showing 20 of 449 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- 5.3 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 9.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,282.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
View breakdown
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)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 199
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

1680 CONEY ISLAND AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11230

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yeshiva Shaare Torah may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 199 FREDERICK WACHTEL (rated 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 99 ISAAC ASIMOV (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 238 ANNE SULLIVAN (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 199 FREDERICK WACHTEL Brooklyn 0.1 mi 8.2
CONG. OHR SHRAGA DVERETZKY Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.7
PS 99 ISAAC ASIMOV Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.9
NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV BOYS Brooklyn 0.3 mi
EDWARD R MURROW HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.1
YESHIVA OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.8
YESHIVA OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.4
IVDU SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi
KOLLEL ZICHRON YOSEF Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.1
PS 238 ANNE SULLIVAN Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.2
YESHIVA OF BELLE HARBOR/YESHIVAL BITAHON Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.7
YESHIVA ATERET TORAH Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.1
SHAARE TORAH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL/YESHIVA SHAAREI TOR Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.7
THE PATHWAY STUDY CENTER INC Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.7
YESHIVAH OF FLATBUSH JOEL BRAVERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.4
REACH FOR THE STARS LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn 0.6 mi
URBAN DOVE TEAM CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.6
MIRRER YESHIVA EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.9
YESHIVA BAIS CHAYA ESTHER Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.7
BET YAAKOV ATERET TORAH Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11230 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,522

Median Home Value

$863,400

Median Rent

$1,734/mo

Population

88,252

College Educated

43.7%

Homeownership

29.7%

Avg Commute

40.5 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

36

Community Profile

The community surrounding Yeshiva Shaare Torah has a median household income of $69,522. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $863,400, with a median rent of $1,734/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.1%. The average commute in the area is 41 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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GEORGE ROSS MACKENZIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Spey, NY 5.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yeshiva Shaare Torah

What grades does Yeshiva Shaare Torah serve?

Yeshiva Shaare Torah serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Yeshiva Shaare Torah?

Yeshiva Shaare Torah has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Shaare Torah?

The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Shaare Torah is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Yeshiva Shaare Torah rank in NY?

Yeshiva Shaare Torah is ranked #702 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Yeshiva Shaare Torah's MySchoolScout rating?

Yeshiva Shaare Torah has a composite rating of 5.7 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 Shaare Torah a private school?

Yes, Yeshiva Shaare Torah 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 Shaare Torah a religious school?

Yeshiva Shaare Torah has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
199
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
9.5 hours
Days Per Year
135 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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