At a Glance
An all-boys yeshiva on the Upper West Side where Torah study, character, and small-class attention shape the whole child.
Best suited for
Jewish families — observant or exploring — looking for an intimate, all-boys Torah-centered elementary education with strong general studies and a small, character-driven community.
What stands out
- Hosts BEAM (Be A Masmid), a Torah-excellence program recognized internationally among yeshiva families.
- Exceptionally small enrollment of about 101 students keeps class sizes intimate and relationships personal.
- Preschool begins bilingual Hebrew/English reading preparation, easing children into the dual-curriculum model from the start.
- Full general studies program (math, science, social studies, English) alongside the kodesh curriculum, so families aren't choosing between religious and academic rigor.
- Tuition range of $12,000–$17,000 is notably accessible for a Manhattan private school, with apparent flexibility within the range.
Things to consider
- All-boys only and ends at fifth grade, so families will need a plan for middle school and won't find a coed or girls' option here.
- Demographic profile is homogeneous, which may matter to families prioritizing a more diverse peer environment.
- Small size is a strength for personalization but means fewer grade-level peers, electives, and facilities than larger Manhattan day schools.
- The school identifies itself as open across the religious spectrum, but the daily rhythm is fully Orthodox; less observant families should visit to confirm the fit.
- As an elementary-only program, parents should ask about the typical middle school placement path during a visit.
Identity
A Torahdic yeshiva day school for boys, preschool through fifth grade, focused on forming a ben Torah through deep Torah learning, strong general studies, and explicit middos and character education. The school welcomes families from across the religious spectrum and emphasizes small classes for personalized attention. Founded to serve the Manhattan Jewish community, it sits within a neighborhood of well-educated, relatively affluent households.
Community
With 101 students total, the school reads as a tight-knit community where staff and families know one another well. The student body reflects a homogeneous demographic profile, drawing from families seeking a Torah-focused boys' environment. Parents describe a warm, family-style atmosphere rather than a large institutional feel.
Neighborhood
The school sits in the central Upper West Side, a neighborhood of highly educated households with a median income well into six figures and relatively low poverty. Three subway lines run nearby, putting much of Manhattan within a direct ride. It's the kind of block where strollers, weekend services, and local bookstores shape the rhythm of the day.
Three stations are within easy reach: 86 St (1) about a 5-minute walk, 96 St (1, 2, 3) about 8 minutes, and 79 St (1) about 11 minutes.
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What Parents Are Saying
Parents describe rebbeim as role models who genuinely care and give personal attention; school described as family atmosphere where parents and staff work together; positive reviews highlight warmth and community
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Upper West Side (Central).
- What grades does YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN serve?
- YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN?
- YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN public, charter, or private?
- YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN is a private school.
- What neighborhood is YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN in?
- YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN is in Upper West Side (Central), Manhattan.