The Hebrew Academy of Nassau County (HANC) educates boys and girls from nursery through high school throughout Long Island by providing a high quality and thorough curriculum rooted in Torah (religious studies) and mada (general studies), based in academic excellence.
HANC provides a dynamic, Orthodox Jewish education that fosters intellectual and spiritual understanding and love of Torah, and commitment to its mitzvot and values.
An emphasis on midot tovot (good character) infuses all aspects of school life.
HANC provides a challenging curriculum in general studies according to the highest educational standards as a complement to, and enhancement of, Torah study.
By creating a climate of active intellectual inquiry in both disciplines, HANC encourages exploration and understanding of the world.
HANC emphasizes the responsibility of each Jew toward G-d and all people.
HANC instills in its students Ahavat Yisrael-love of Israel--as embracing the Land and State of Israel, and fellow Jews.
HANC inculcates in its students the ideals of the American democratic heritage of freedom, justice and human dignity.
HANC, in keeping with its long-standing goal of "chanoch lana'ar al pi darkho" (teach a child according to his abilities), provides a stimulating education for students with differing levels of academic ability and from differing backgrounds according to the various individual needs of the students.
HANC partners with parents to nurture each student to develop as an entire person.
By providing diverse academic and extracurricular programs, HANC enables and encourages students to discover and excel in fields in which they can lead meaningful lives.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hebrew Academy Of Nassau County ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
971 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
0%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hebrew Academy Of Nassau County's ranking?
Hebrew Academy Of Nassau County ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Hebrew Academy Of Nassau County?
The application deadline for Hebrew Academy Of Nassau County is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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