At a Glance
A small Modern Orthodox Jewish day school where every child is known by name.
Best suited for
Modern Orthodox Jewish families on Staten Island who want a deeply religious, small, and personalized elementary education for their child.
What stands out
- A 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio — exceptionally low, meaning genuinely individualized attention at every grade level.
- Full Modern Orthodox Judaic curriculum paired with Hebrew language instruction in both Kriah (reading) and Safa (language).
- Holocaust education through the Names, Not Numbers program, which connects students directly with survivors.
- A dedicated Early Learning Center serving K through 2nd grade within the larger school.
- An 8th-grade Integrated Algebra I course signals a college-prep academic track even at the elementary level of preparation.
Things to consider
- With only 78 students across PK-5, peer groups are small — deep bonds but a narrower social circle than at larger schools.
- No subway access within a 20-minute walk means Staten Island commute logistics are a real factor; confirm transportation options before enrolling.
- Only 6 parent reviews are available with a 3.0 rating — limited public parent feedback, so a school visit and direct conversations with current families are essential.
- Rolling admissions means there's no fixed deadline, but it also means spots can close quietly throughout the year — apply early if interested.
- Tuition is not listed in available public data; families should confirm current costs and financial aid directly with the school.
Identity
Jewish Foundation School is a Modern Orthodox day school providing a dual curriculum of strong secular academics and a deep Judaic education spanning Tanach, Chumash, Halacha, Mishna, and Gemara. Coeducational through fifth grade, the school emphasizes Torah observance, good character (midot tovot), and a love for Eretz Yisrael alongside college-preparatory secular coursework. Note: the school's religious affiliation field is listed inconsistently in public data, but the philosophy, programs, and curriculum clearly identify it as a Modern Orthodox Jewish institution.
Community
With just 78 students total, the school draws a small, homogeneous community whose shared identity is shaped more by Modern Orthodox religious practice than by the racial categories captured in enrollment data. Families typically seek out the school for its religious mission and small-classroom intimacy, creating an environment where every family is closely connected to the life of the school.
Neighborhood
Westerleigh-Castleton Corners is a leafy, residential section of Staten Island with a median household income well above the citywide average and a low poverty rate, reflecting the stable, family-oriented character of the area. Education levels here also run higher than the city norm, a fit for a community oriented around both religious and academic expectations. The school is beyond walking distance of the subway, so families typically commute by car, school bus, or Staten Island public transit.
The school is beyond walking distance of the subway, so families should plan for a car commute or school transportation.
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What Parents Are Saying
Rated 3.0 out of 5 across 6 parent reviews; limited parent feedback is available.
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Westerleigh-Castleton Corners.
- What grades does JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL serve?
- JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL?
- JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL in?
- JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL is in Westerleigh-Castleton Corners, Staten Island.