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IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL

31-29 12 STREET

At a Glance

Affordable Islamic Education with Strong Character Focus in Queens

Best suited for

Families seeking an affordable Islamic education in Queens who value character development alongside academics, want a small nurturing environment, and are comfortable with faith-based instruction. Particularly well-suited for families prioritizing Qur'an memorization and Arabic language exposure in the early grades.

What stands out
  • Very affordable tuition at $4,000/year — unusual for NYC private schools
  • Project-Based Learning approach rather than traditional testing-heavy methods
  • Quadruple language exposure: Arabic, Spanish, American Sign Language, plus English
  • Qur'an memorization program integrated into the school day
  • Small class sizes mean genuine teacher-student relationships
  • Character education explicitly tied to Islamic values
Things to consider
  • Only serves through 5th grade — families will need to plan for middle/high school transition
  • Single tuition price means no financial aid tiers (though $4,000 is already accessible)
  • Smaller school means fewer extracurriculars than larger private schools
  • Religious instruction is central — not a secular option
  • Limited information available about advanced academic programs or gifted tracks
IdentityThe School Integrates Secular Academics With Islamic Principles, Teaching Through Projects Rather Than Traditional Lecture. Character Development — Honesty, Respect, Community — Is As Important As Academics, With The Qur'An And Sunnah As The Moral Framework.

A small, affordable Islamic private school combining NYS curriculum with Islamic Education, using Project-Based Learning and emphasizing character building rooted in Qur'an and Sunnah values.

CommunityPredominantly Middle Eastern And South Asian Families, With Some Diversity Within The Muslim Community Itself

A tight-knit student body where teachers know each child. Parents describe a supportive, family-like atmosphere. The school draws primarily from Queens' Muslim immigrant communities.

NeighborhoodOld Astoria-Hallets Point

Old Astoria-Hallets Point is a dense, residential Queens neighborhood with a high family density score of 66/100. It's working-class to middle-class, with a mix of immigrants and longtime residents.

The school is in a walkable urban neighborhood with good access to local transit. Families in the immediate area can easily walk to school.

Notable Programs

Qur'an memorization and studyIslamic StudiesArabic LanguageSpanishAmerican Sign Language

What Parents Are Saying

Generally positive - parents praise caring teachers, supportive staff, and strong elementary program. One parent called it 'probably the best elementary school in Queens.'

Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026

Frequently Asked Questions
Is IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL a good school?
Published quality ratings aren't available for IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Old Astoria-Hallets Point.
What grades does IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL serve?
IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
How do students get into IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL?
IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
Is IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL is a private school.
What neighborhood is IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL in?
IDEAL ISLAMIC SCHOOL is in Old Astoria-Hallets Point, Queens.
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