At a Glance
A Tiny Nonsectarian Elementary Where Every Child Is Known By Name
Families who prioritize extremely small class sizes and personalized attention above all else, and who are comfortable with (or specifically seek) a predominantly White peer environment. Best for parents who want a close-knit, intimate school community and aren't prioritizing diversity exposure for their children.
- Tiny scale — only 53 students total across pre-K through 5th grade
- 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio — exceptionally personalized attention
- 100% White enrollment — no racial diversity
- Nonsectarian status despite Hebrew-inspired name
- High family density in surrounding neighborhood (79/100)
- The 100% White student body may concern families seeking diverse peer environments
- At 53 total students, class sizes are very small — which means fewer extracurricular options than larger schools
- Private school tuition applies — not reflected in this data but worth investigating
- The homogeneous population may not prepare students for the diverse city they'll navigate outside school doors
- Tiny schools can feel 'cozy' but may lack the resources and programming options of larger institutions
A nonsectarian private school with a Hebrew-derived name (Ohel Chaya means 'Tent of Life' in Hebrew), serving just 53 students across six grade levels. The 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio means one adult for roughly every eight children — far more personalized than the typical elementary school.
This is where honesty matters most: Ohel Chaya is 100% White in a student population, with a diversity index of 0. This makes it notably homogeneous — one of the least diverse schools you could find in New York City. For families prioritizing exposure to diverse peers, this is a significant factor to consider.
Bushwick (West) is a densely populated, predominantly Hispanic and Black neighborhood in northern Brooklyn — one of the most culturally diverse areas in the city. Family density scores 79/100, meaning many families with children live here. Ohel Chaya's student body does not reflect the racial makeup of its surrounding community.
The school is located on Sumner Place in a residential section of Bushwick West, an area with moderate walkability to local shops and transit options.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is OHEL CHAYA a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for OHEL CHAYA yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Bushwick (West).
- What grades does OHEL CHAYA serve?
- OHEL CHAYA serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into OHEL CHAYA?
- OHEL CHAYA runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is OHEL CHAYA public, charter, or private?
- OHEL CHAYA is a private school.
- What neighborhood is OHEL CHAYA in?
- OHEL CHAYA is in Bushwick (West), Brooklyn.
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