At a Glance
An Intimate, Faith-Based Elementary Community in the Heart of Manhattan
Families seeking an intimate, faith-based elementary experience who prioritize small class sizes and a homogeneous community over diversity. Particularly appealing to parents in the Church of God in Christ tradition who want their young children in a supportive, personalized environment in a central Manhattan location.
- Extraordinary 3:1 student-teacher ratio — among the lowest in the city
- Tiny school of just 198 students in Pre-K through 5th grade
- Faith-based environment affiliated with Church of God in Christ
- Located in a high-walkability Manhattan neighborhood with strong family density
- Nearly all-white student body (99.5%) — very limited exposure to racial and ethnic diversity
- Religious affiliation means Christian values are woven into the school day
- Very small size may limit extracurricular options compared to larger schools
- Cost considerations (private tuition not disclosed)
A small, church-affiliated private elementary school serving Pre-K through 5th grade with an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio.
This is an exceptionally homogeneous community — 99.5% of students identify as white, making this one of the least diverse private schools in the city. Parents choosing this school are typically seeking a tight-knit, like-minded community.
Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square is one of Manhattan's most convenient neighborhoods for families — high walkability, excellent subway access, and abundant services. The area around East 29th Street is mixed-use with office buildings, apartments, and retail.
Excellent. The location is well-served by multiple subway lines and within walking distance of Madison Square Park, the Union Square greenmarket, and countless family-friendly spots.
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What Parents Are Saying
Positive feedback from parents; 100% of 16 Facebook reviewers recommend the school with strong approval for leadership and teaching staff; described as having exceptional leadership and a positive educational environment
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is SHEFA SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for SHEFA SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square.
- What grades does SHEFA SCHOOL serve?
- SHEFA SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into SHEFA SCHOOL?
- SHEFA SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is SHEFA SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- SHEFA SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is SHEFA SCHOOL in?
- SHEFA SCHOOL is in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, Manhattan.
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