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BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK

1402 40 STREET

At a Glance

A Small All-Girls School in the Heart of Brooklyn's Orthodox Community

Best suited for

Families in the Borough Park Orthodox Jewish community who value small class sizes, single-sex education, and having their daughters learn in a neighborhood where extended family lives nearby. Parents who prioritize community continuity over diversity will find this school a natural fit.

What stands out
  • Very small student-teacher ratio (10.4:1) — each girl gets significant individual attention
  • All-girls environment through elementary grades — aligns with many families' preferences for single-sex education
  • Located in a neighborhood where extended families often live nearby — practical for multi-child households
  • Strong community ties — families typically know each other from synagogue and neighborhood
Things to consider
  • Tuition for private schools in NYC runs high — families should factor in the full annual cost
  • 100% White student body — limited exposure to socioeconomic and cultural diversity
  • No diversity in the classroom — some families actively seek this, others prefer homogeneity
  • The religious affiliation listed in the data (Church of God in Christ) may reflect a data error or unusual circumstance — parents should verify directly with the school
  • All-girls school means no male peers during formative elementary years
IdentityBased On The School'S Name And Neighborhood Context, This Appears To Be A School Rooted In Traditional Jewish Values And Education, Though The Data Source Lists The Religious Affiliation Differently. The Small Scale And Elementary Focus Suggest An Emphasis On Foundational Learning, Personal Attention, And Community Belonging.

An all-girls school with 100% White enrollment serving the Borough Park Orthodox Jewish community. The school draws families who value single-sex education and religious cultural continuity.

CommunityHomogeneous

The student body is entirely White, reflecting the demographic composition of the immediate neighborhood. This homogeneity means girls attend school with peers from similar backgrounds and families — a continuity that many parents in tight-knit communities actively seek.

NeighborhoodBorough Park

Borough Park is one of Brooklyn's most family-dense neighborhoods, with a score of 72/100. It's known for its walkable streets, abundance of kosher shops and bakeries, and a strong sense of community. Families live within walking distance of schools, synagogues, and each other.

Borough Park is highly walkable. Most families in this neighborhood travel on foot or by local transit, and the school's location on 40th Street puts it within reach of the neighborhood's main commercial corridors.

Notable Programs

Enriched program with chessed initiativesShabbatonsMusical and drama productionsSchool newspaper and literary magazineHolocaust studies

What Parents Are Saying

Positive testimonials from parents praising the inclusive community where school, students and parents work together; daughters come home inspired and happy; strong academic and character development

Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026

Frequently Asked Questions
Is BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK a good school?
Published quality ratings aren't available for BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Borough Park.
What grades does BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK serve?
BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK serves grades Pre-K to 5.
How do students get into BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK?
BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
Is BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK public, charter, or private?
BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK is a private school.
What neighborhood is BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK in?
BNOS YAKOV OF BORO PARK is in Borough Park, Brooklyn.
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