At a Glance
A Jewish Day School Where Hebrew Immersion Meets Hands-On Innovation
Families seeking a Jewish day school with Hebrew immersion, dual academics, and a leadership-focused mission. Ideal for those who value community service, social-emotional learning, and want STEAM integrated with Jewish studies in a highly family-friendly Upper East Side location.
- Ivrit b'Ivrit — Hebrew taught as a living language, not just a subject
- Dual curriculum weaving Jewish texts (Chumash, Navi, Mishna/Gemara) with general academics
- VEX Robotics and Innovation Lab for hands-on STEAM learning
- Hineni leadership mission embedded in school culture
- Strong community service (chesed) emphasis integrated into student life
- Tuition is $23,000 — competitive for Manhattan private schools but a significant commitment
- Application deadline is January 15th — plan ahead
- Grades listed include PK through 5th, so confirm the exact grade range you're applying for
- Some parent reviews mention mixed experiences with policy consistency — worth observing during a tour
- Requires alignment with Jewish educational values and religious practice
A Jewish independent school offering a dual curriculum of General and Judaic Studies with Hebrew language immersion, rooted in the Hineni mission to develop future leaders.
Families appreciate the school's strong COVID safety protocols and dedicated community feel. Some parents note inconsistency in policy enforcement, which is worth observing during a visit.
Carnegie Hill on the Upper East Side is one of Manhattan's most family-friendly blocks — tree-lined, near Central Park, and packed with pediatricians, family services, and schools. Family density scores 97/100.
Highly walkable. The school is on East 85th Street, blocks from Central Park and well-served by subway and bus lines.
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What Parents Are Saying
Parents generally feel the school has effective COVID protocols and works hard to keep students safe; mixed feelings about policy enforcement
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is RAMAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for RAMAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill.
- What grades does RAMAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL serve?
- RAMAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into RAMAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL?
- RAMAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is RAMAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- RAMAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is RAMAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL in?
- RAMAZ MIDDLE SCHOOL is in Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill, Manhattan.
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