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#703 of 992 private schools in NY
Yeshiva Shaare Torah
Elementary School
1680 CONEY ISLAND AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11230
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#703 of 992
In Brooklyn
#106 of 173
public schools
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Yeshiva Shaare Torah
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshiva Shaare Torah
Yeshiva Shaare Torah is a private elementary school in Brooklyn, NY. Yeshiva Shaare Torah serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Shaare Torah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #703 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 199 students, Yeshiva Shaare Torah 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.
Yeshiva Shaare Torah 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 Shaare Torah compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshiva Shaare Torah (this school) | 5.7 |
| PS 199 FREDERICK WACHTEL | 5.5 |
| PS 99 ISAAC ASIMOV | 5.9 |
| PS 238 ANNE SULLIVAN | 4.4 |
| PS 226 ALFRED DE B MASON | 6.3 |
| PS 197 KINGS HIGHWAY ACADEMY (THE) | 6.9 |
| PS 177 MARLBORO (THE) | 4.7 |
| PS 193 GIL HODGES | 6.2 |
| PS 121 NELSON A ROCKEFELLER | 7.5 |
| PS 255 BARBARA REING SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| JHS 234 ARTHUR W CUNNINGHAM | 6.4 |
| PS 215 MORRIS H WEISS | 6.8 |
| IS 381 | 6.3 |
| ANDRIES HUDDE | 4.5 |
| PS 153 HOMECREST | 5.9 |
| BROOKLYN DREAMS CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| PS 134 | 8.9 |
| PS 217 COLONEL DAVID MARCUS SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| PS 192 MAGNET SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE INQUIRY (THE) | 8.1 |
| PS 205 CLARION | 8.1 |
| SCHOOL OF SCIENCE &TECHNOLOGY | 5.8 |
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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
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. YESHIVA OF BELLE HARBOR/YESHIVAL BITAHON (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 99 ISAAC ASIMOV (rated 5.9/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BET YAAKOV ATERET TORAH (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 | 5.5 |
| CONG. OHR SHRAGA DVERETZKY Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 99 ISAAC ASIMOV Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| NESIVOS BAIS YAAKOV BOYS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | — |
| EDWARD R MURROW HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| 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 | 4.4 |
| 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 | 6.0 |
| 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
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| CASTLE BRIDGE SCHOOL New York, 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 ranks #703 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Yeshiva Shaare Torah's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Shaare Torah has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; 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 County
- Phone
- (718) 339-9752
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