At a Glance
A Large, Homogeneous Traditional School in a Rapidly Changing Brooklyn Neighborhood
Families seeking a large, traditional elementary school with a heritage-based identity in a transit-rich Brooklyn neighborhood, and who are comfortable with a high student-teacher ratio and a demographically homogeneous student body.
- Large enrollment of 786 students spanning pre-K through 5th grade
- Extremely high student-teacher ratio of 39.3:1 — significantly larger than most NYC private elementary schools
- 100% white enrollment with zero diversity — a distinct characteristic
- Located in South Williamsburg with excellent transit access and high family density
- The 39.3:1 student-teacher ratio means larger classes — not the small, personalized environment many private school families seek
- Complete lack of demographic diversity may not align with families prioritizing multicultural exposure
- Safety score of 46/100 is below average — worth visiting at different times of day
- The school name suggests Jewish heritage but it's registered as nonsectarian — worth a conversation with admissions to understand the program's approach
Registered as nonsectarian but carrying a name rooted in Jewish educational tradition (Yeshiva Jesode Hatorah means 'school of Torah foundations'), this combined elementary school serves nearly 800 students with a notably high student-teacher ratio.
With 100% white enrollment and a diversity index of zero, this is an extremely homogeneous student body — among the least diverse in the city's private school landscape. This may align with families seeking a particular community environment.
South Williamsburg has undergone significant transformation in recent decades. The area offers excellent transit access (87/100) and high family density (85/100), though the safety score (46/100) suggests some considerations for families evaluating the location.
The neighborhood is highly walkable with strong transit connections, though families should evaluate the specific block and surrounding area given the moderate safety score.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in South Williamsburg.
- What grades does YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON serve?
- YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON?
- YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON public, charter, or private?
- YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON is a private school.
- What neighborhood is YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON in?
- YESHIVA JESODE HATORAH WILSON is in South Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
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