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#270 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 31% of private schools

Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy

Elementary School

3301 N FRONT ST, Harrisburg, PA 17110

Private

Enrollment

42

Student-Teacher

5.5:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#270 of 873

In Harrisburg

#7 of 16

public schools

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Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy

7.1/10

Elementary School in Harrisburg · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Camp Curtin Academy

4.5/10

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4.3/10

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About Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy

Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy is a private elementary school in Harrisburg, PA. Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #270 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares0.7 pts above PA schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 42 students, Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy 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

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How Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy compares to 33 public schools serving similar grades in Harrisburg, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
This School
vs
16.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
42
This School
vs
1,365
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
4.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.8% vs 0%
Black 2.4% vs 0%
Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy Harrisburg Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy (this school) 7.1
Camp Curtin Academy 4.5
Commonwealth Charter Academy CS 4.3
Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS 4.5
Downey Sch 4.1
Benjamin Franklin Sch 4.6
Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch 2.8
Premier Arts and Science CS 4.6
Cougar Academy 6.2
Sara Lindemuth El Sch 3.9
Rowland Academy 3.7
Scott Sch 4.4
Melrose Sch 4.6
Marshall Academy 4.7
Marshall Math Science Academy 2.7
Susquehanna Twp MS 2.3
Sylvan Heights Science CS 2.7
Foose Sch 4.3
North Side El Sch 5.8
Paxtang El Sch 4.6
Central Dauphin MS 5.3

Showing 20 of 33 schools. View all schools in Harrisburg

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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 PA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 14%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Enrollment 42
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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 PA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 92.9%
Hispanic 4.8%
Black 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3301 N FRONT ST, Harrisburg, PA 17110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NEW CITY SCHOOL DBA LOGOS HARRISBURG (rated 6.7/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Camp Curtin Academy Harrisburg 0.7 mi 4.5
Commonwealth Charter Academy CS Harrisburg 1.2 mi 4.3
THE NATIVITY SCHOOL OF HARRISBURG Harrisburg 1.5 mi 6.6
Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS Harrisburg 2.1 mi 4.5
NEW CITY SCHOOL DBA LOGOS HARRISBURG Harrisburg 2.3 mi 6.7
Benjamin Franklin Sch Harrisburg 2.3 mi 4.6
West Creek Hills El Sch Camp Hill 2.3 mi 5.2
Downey Sch Harrisburg 2.2 mi 4.1
East Pennsboro Area SHS Enola 2.0 mi 7.4
East Pennsboro Area MS Enola 2.0 mi 4.5
HILDEBRANDT LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg 2.0 mi
HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrisburg 2.7 mi 7.5
East Pennsboro El Sch Enola 2.2 mi 5.3
Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch Harrisburg 2.6 mi 2.8
ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Harrisburg 2.9 mi 7.6
Capital Area School for the Arts CS Harrisburg 2.9 mi 7.8
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrisburg 2.4 mi 6.4
Harrisburg HS - SciTech Cmp Harrisburg 3.0 mi 7.6
Premier Arts and Science CS Harrisburg 2.8 mi 4.6
Cougar Academy Harrisburg 2.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,499

Median Home Value

$206,200

Median Rent

$1,400/mo

Population

26,401

College Educated

41%

Homeownership

62.1%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.5%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy

What grades does Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy serve?

Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy?

Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy rank in PA?

Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy ranks #270 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy a private school?

Yes, Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy 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 Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy a religious school?

Rabbi David L Silver Yeshiva Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
42
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Jewish
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
Dauphin County

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