At a Glance
A Tiny Elementary School Where Every Child Gets One-on-One Attention
Best suited for
Families prioritizing maximum individual attention for their child, comfortable with a religiously-affiliated environment, and seeking a small, intimate school community in Bensonhurst. Best fit for parents who value personalized instruction over diverse peer interaction and extracurricular variety.
What stands out
- 1:1 student-teacher ratio — every child gets individual attention
- Tiny community of 59 students creates a family-like atmosphere
- Serves pre-K through 5th grade in one small building
- Religious affiliation provides moral framework (Church of God in Christ)
- High family density (76/100) means neighborhood is full of kids
Things to consider
- Very small enrollment may limit extracurricular options and social variety
- Low diversity may mean limited exposure to different perspectives
- 84.7% white student body — notably homogeneous
- Religious affiliation (Church of God in Christ) differs from what school name suggests
- As a private school, tuition applies — exact cost not disclosed
- One-on-one ratio sounds ideal but may lack peer learning dynamics
Identity
An ultra-small elementary school with a remarkable 1:1 student-teacher ratio, offering highly individualized attention in a intimate community setting.
Community
The student body is predominantly white (84.7%) with modest Hispanic representation (13.6%) and very little racial diversity overall. This homogeneity means your child will be in a community that likely shares similar cultural backgrounds.
Neighborhood
Bensonhurst is a densely populated residential neighborhood in southwestern Brooklyn, known for its family-friendly atmosphere and strong Italian-American roots. The area around Bay Parkway offers conveniences and community feel.
Bensonhurst is a walkable neighborhood with good public transit options, making it practical for families without cars.
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What Parents Are Saying
Mixed reviews: some parents praise warm teachers, excellent Hebrew and English academics, community support, and inclusive programs; negative review mentions concerns about administration
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is YESHIVA OHEL MOSHE a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for YESHIVA OHEL MOSHE yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Bensonhurst.
- What grades does YESHIVA OHEL MOSHE serve?
- YESHIVA OHEL MOSHE serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into YESHIVA OHEL MOSHE?
- YESHIVA OHEL MOSHE runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is YESHIVA OHEL MOSHE public, charter, or private?
- YESHIVA OHEL MOSHE is a private school.
- What neighborhood is YESHIVA OHEL MOSHE in?
- YESHIVA OHEL MOSHE is in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn.