At a Glance
A small all-girls elementary school with religious roots in a historic Manhattan neighborhood
Families seeking a small, intimate all-girls elementary school with a religious affiliation in a historic Manhattan neighborhood — and who are comfortable with a highly homogeneous student community. Particularly suited for parents who prioritize a tight-knit school culture and personalized attention for their daughters.
- All-girls learning environment for pre-K through 5th grade
- Small enrollment of 164 students creates intimate community
- Modest 15:1 student-teacher ratio allows for personal attention
- Located in historic Lower East Side neighborhood with high family density
- Very high tuition is typical for Manhattan private schools (not specified but expected)
- Near-homogeneous student body means limited diversity exposure
- Religious affiliation may or may not be emphasized in daily curriculum
- All-girls environment is a specific choice — works well for some families, not for others
An all-girls private elementary school with religious affiliation and a small, personal scale
This is an exceptionally homogeneous student body — 99.4% white with a diversity index of just 0.05. Families choosing this community are typically seeking a specific cultural and educational environment.
The Lower East Side is one of Manhattan’s most historically rich neighborhoods, with roots in immigrant communities and today a mix of longtime residents and newer arrivals. Family density is high at 87/100, meaning plenty of children and families in the area.
Highly walkable neighborhood with excellent transit access — typical for Manhattan, especially the Lower East Side
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What Parents Are Saying
Mixed - negative reviews cite declining enrollment, academic concerns, bullying issues not addressed, and limited parental involvement
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is BETH JACOB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for BETH JACOB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Lower East Side.
- What grades does BETH JACOB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?
- BETH JACOB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into BETH JACOB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?
- BETH JACOB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is BETH JACOB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- BETH JACOB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is BETH JACOB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in?
- BETH JACOB ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is in Lower East Side, Manhattan.
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