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#792 of 992 private schools in NY
Yeshivath Gesher
Elementary School
650 BROADWAY, Cedarhurst, NY 11516
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
8.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#792 of 992
In Cedarhurst
#2 of 3
public schools
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About Yeshivath Gesher
Yeshivath Gesher is a private elementary school in Cedarhurst, NY. Yeshivath Gesher serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshivath Gesher has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #792 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, Yeshivath Gesher 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 8.3:1 students to teachers, Yeshivath Gesher sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yeshivath Gesher 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 Yeshivath Gesher compares to the 1 public school in Cedarhurst, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Cedarhurst
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshivath Gesher (this school) | 5.4 |
| LAWRENCE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 6.1 |
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
650 BROADWAY, Cedarhurst, NY 11516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshivath Gesher may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Lawrence), which scores notably higher. Another option is FRANKLIN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hewlett), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE FIVE TOWNS-LOWER SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Lawrence), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cedarhurst, see our Cedarhurst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,083
Median Home Value
$818,600
Median Rent
$2,204/mo
Population
8,733
College Educated
46.7%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
35.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GERMAN SCHOOL BROOKLYN Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL SDA Woodside, NY | 5.4 |
| ROCHESTER CLASSICAL ACADEMY Rochester, NY | 5.4 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon, NY | 5.4 |
| ST MICHAELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penn Yan, NY | 5.4 |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL Scotia, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshivath Gesher
What grades does Yeshivath Gesher serve?
Yeshivath Gesher serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Yeshivath Gesher?
Yeshivath Gesher has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshivath Gesher?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshivath Gesher is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshivath Gesher rank in NY?
Yeshivath Gesher ranks #792 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Yeshivath Gesher's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshivath Gesher has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshivath Gesher a private school?
Yes, Yeshivath Gesher is a private coeducational 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 Yeshivath Gesher a religious school?
Yeshivath Gesher has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 49
- Gender Split
- 67% M / 33% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (917) 533-1028
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