Excellent
#41 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 5% of private schools
Yeshiva Schools
School
6401 FORBES AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#41 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#6 of 46
public schools
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Yeshiva Schools
School in Pittsburgh · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yeshiva Schools
Yeshiva Schools is a private school in Pittsburgh, PA. Yeshiva Schools serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Yeshiva Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Yeshiva Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yeshiva Schools 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 Schools compares to 148 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yeshiva Schools (this school) | 8.4 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 | 8.8 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 | 3.4 |
| Pittsburgh Allderdice HS | 7.9 |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 | 4.0 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 | 4.9 |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 | 6.2 |
| Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 | 8.7 |
| Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS | 3.0 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse | 3.9 |
| Pittsburgh Online Academy | 5.5 |
| Edgewood El STEAM Academy | 4.9 |
| Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 | 9.5 |
| Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 | 7.1 |
| Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 | 8.1 |
| Propel CS-Homestead | 3.8 |
| Catalyst Academy CS | 2.9 |
Showing 20 of 148 schools. View all schools in Pittsburgh
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 PA.
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 PA
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
6401 FORBES AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yeshiva Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. ELLIS SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE DAY SCHOOL AT CHILDRENS INSTITUTE PITTSBURGH (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, YESHIVA SCHOOLS OF PITTSBURGH (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE DAY SCHOOL AT CHILDRENS INSTITUTE PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 Pittsburgh | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| ST EDMUND'S ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Pittsburgh Allderdice HS Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| CARRIAGE HOUSE CHILDRENS CENTER Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ST BEDE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| YESHIVA SCHOOLS OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 Pittsburgh | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| ELLIS SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| PITTSBURGH NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| DEPAUL INSTITUTE Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | — |
| DE PAUL SCHOOL FOR HEARING & SPEECH Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | — |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY JUNIOR SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,695
Median Home Value
$431,600
Median Rent
$1,412/mo
Population
26,200
College Educated
73.7%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF YORK York, PA | 8.4 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Leola, PA | 8.4 |
| AIM ACADEMY Conshohocken, PA | 8.3 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Lansdale, PA | 8.6 |
| HARRISBURG ACADEMY Wormleysburg, PA | 8.6 |
| BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bethlehem, PA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yeshiva Schools
What grades does Yeshiva Schools serve?
Yeshiva Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Yeshiva Schools?
Yeshiva Schools has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Schools?
The student-teacher ratio at Yeshiva Schools is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yeshiva Schools rank in PA?
Yeshiva Schools ranks #41 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Yeshiva Schools's MySchoolScout rating?
Yeshiva Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yeshiva Schools a private school?
Yes, Yeshiva Schools 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 Yeshiva Schools a religious school?
Yeshiva Schools has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 342
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 8.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 422-7300
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