Is STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY a good school?

Published quality ratings aren't available for STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Todt Hill-Emerson Hill-Lighthouse Hill-Manor Heights.

What grades does STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY serve?

STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY serves grades Pre-K to 5.

How do students get into STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY?

STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.

Is STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY public, charter, or private?

STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY is a private school.

What neighborhood is STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY in?

STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY is in Todt Hill-Emerson Hill-Lighthouse Hill-Manor Heights, Staten Island.

STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY

At a Glance

A tiny, intimate elementary school with a 7:1 ratio — where every child gets real individual attention

Best suited for

Families who value extreme smallness and individual attention, are comfortable with a religiously-affiliated program, live on Staten Island or are willing to commute by car, and aren't seeking a diverse peer group. This is a niche fit — ideal for families who want a close-knit, almost family-style school environment.

What stands out

7.4:1 student-teacher ratio — genuinely small and personal
Strong safety score (87/100)
Elementary-only, which can mean a tight-knit K-5 community
Religious instruction included in the school day

Things to consider

100% White student body — no diversity by design or default
Very low transit accessibility — car required
Religious affiliation may not match the 'Hebrew Academy' name expectation (it's Christian, not Jewish)
Very small enrollment (115 total) means limited extracurricular options
Only elementary grades — you'll need to plan for middle school transition

IdentityThe Church Of God In Christ Affiliation Shapes The School'S Values And Daily Life, With Religious Education Woven Into The Program. The Tiny Size Means Instruction Can Move At Each Child'S Pace And Students Get Substantial One-On-One Time With Teachers.

A micro-school with extremely small class sizes and a specific religious identity — this is a place where every teacher knows every child by name.

CommunityHomogeneous

The student body is 100% White, making this one of the least diverse schools in the city. This reflects both the neighborhood's demographics and the specific families the school attracts.

NeighborhoodTodt Hill-Emerson Hill-Lighthouse Hill-Manor Heights

The school sits in one of Staten Island's quieter, more residential neighborhoods — think single-family homes and tree-lined streets. It's a comfortable, suburban feel away from the city's bustle.

You'll need a car. The transit score is just 18/100, meaning public transportation options are limited. This is a driving-school community.

Notable Programs

Singapore Math CurriculumOrton Gillingham Language Arts approachHands-on science lab experiments (elementary school)Judaic Studies curriculumRegents and SHSAT prep (middle school)

What Parents Are Saying

Mixed reviews; GreatSchools rating 2.5/5 from 12 reviews. Positive: families described as phenomenal, respectful teachers, positive relationships. Negative: concerns about academics in ELA/Social Studies/Science, poor handling of parent feedback, inconsistent teacher turnover, poor organization, tuition increases with additional fees for after-school.

Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY a good school?: Published quality ratings aren't available for STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Todt Hill-Emerson Hill-Lighthouse Hill-Manor Heights.
What grades does STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY serve?: STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY serves grades Pre-K to 5.
How do students get into STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY?: STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
Is STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY public, charter, or private?: STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY is a private school.
What neighborhood is STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY in?: STATEN ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY is in Todt Hill-Emerson Hill-Lighthouse Hill-Manor Heights, Staten Island.

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