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#655 of 992 private schools in NY
Yeshivat Mekor Haim
Elementary School
2710 AVE X, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#655 of 992
In Brooklyn
#99 of 173
public schools
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Yeshivat Mekor Haim
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshivat Mekor Haim
Yeshivat Mekor Haim is a private elementary school in Brooklyn, NY. Yeshivat Mekor Haim serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshivat Mekor Haim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #655 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Yeshivat Mekor Haim 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.
Yeshivat Mekor Haim 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 Yeshivat Mekor Haim compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshivat Mekor Haim (this school) | 5.9 |
| PS 811 CONNIE LEKAS SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| JHS 14 SHELL BANK | 6.3 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FORT GREENE | 5.4 |
| PS 206 JOSEPH F LAMB | 5.4 |
| PS 52 SHEEPSHEAD BAY | 5.3 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD | 6.6 |
| PS 194 RAOUL WALLENBERG | 4.9 |
| PS 277 GERRITSEN BEACH | 5.9 |
| IS 98 BAY ACADEMY | 7.7 |
| PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH | 7.2 |
| JHS 278 MARINE PARK | 7.6 |
| JHS 234 ARTHUR W CUNNINGHAM | 6.4 |
| PS 255 BARBARA REING SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| PS 153 HOMECREST | 5.9 |
| PS 209 MARGARET MEAD | 6.7 |
| PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) | 5.7 |
| PS 771 | 3.8 |
| PS 253 | 8.4 |
| PS 197 KINGS HIGHWAY ACADEMY (THE) | 6.9 |
| PS 216 ARTURO TOSCANINI | 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.
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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
2710 AVE X, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshivat Mekor Haim may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH (rated 7.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD (rated 6.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| LEV BAIS YAAKOV Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| YESHIVANT MEKOT HAIM Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 811 CONNIE LEKAS SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| JHS 14 SHELL BANK Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 52 SHEEPSHEAD BAY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ORIGINS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| PROFESSIONAL PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FORT GREENE Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI III Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 206 JOSEPH F LAMB Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 194 RAOUL WALLENBERG Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| ST EDMUND PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ST EDMUND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 195 MANHATTAN BEACH Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| BROOKLYN AMITY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| JHS 278 MARINE PARK Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| IS 98 BAY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 277 GERRITSEN BEACH Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,689
Median Home Value
$723,900
Median Rent
$1,649/mo
Population
81,958
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
42.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
47.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshivat Mekor Haim
What grades does Yeshivat Mekor Haim serve?
Yeshivat Mekor Haim serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Yeshivat Mekor Haim?
Yeshivat Mekor Haim has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshivat Mekor Haim?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshivat Mekor Haim is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshivat Mekor Haim rank in NY?
Yeshivat Mekor Haim ranks #655 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Yeshivat Mekor Haim's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshivat Mekor Haim has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshivat Mekor Haim a private school?
Yes, Yeshivat Mekor Haim 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 Yeshivat Mekor Haim a religious school?
Yeshivat Mekor Haim has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 217 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 332-0399
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