Margolin Hebrew Academy is an Orthodox Jewish day school, founded in 1949, with a steadfast commitment to Israel.
MHA/FYOS is an Orthodox day school, disciplined and inspired by Torah, dedicated to the Jewish people and the State of Israel.
The mission of MHA/FYOS is to provide Jewish children of all backgrounds the opportunity to receive a superior Torah and General Studies education in a nurturing environment that will enable students to meet future challenges and become productive and Jewishly committed citizens.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked TN School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Margolin Hebrew Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Campus Size
7 acres
Student Body
Total Students
206 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Inspiring a Bright Future
- Margolin Hebrew Academy is an Orthodox Jewish day school, founded in 1949, with a steadfast commitment to Israel.
- MHA/FYOS is an Orthodox day school, disciplined and inspired by Torah, dedicated to the Jewish people and the State of Israel.
- The mission of MHA/FYOS is to provide Jewish children of all backgrounds the opportunity to receive a superior Torah and General Studies education in a nurturing environment that will enable students to meet future challenges and become productive and Jewishly committed citizens.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Margolin Hebrew Academy often compared to?
Margolin Hebrew Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Bornblum Jewish Community School by visitors of our site.
What is Margolin Hebrew Academy's ranking?
Margolin Hebrew Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Tennessee for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Margolin Hebrew Academy?
The application deadline for Margolin Hebrew Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Margolin Hebrew Academy located?
Margolin Hebrew Academy is located in the White Station neighborhood of Memphis, TN.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Margolin Hebrew Academy vs. Bornblum Jewish Community School
The nearest high school to Margolin Hebrew Academy is Concord Academy (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Louis Catholic School (0.3 miles away)
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Quick Facts
St. Louis Catholic School
(Catholic)
5192 Shady Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 255-1900
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 255-1900
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 444 students
Concord Academy ![Concord Academy Photo]( "Concord Academy Photo")
Special Education School
4942 Walnut Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 682-3115
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 682-3115
0.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 60 students Tuition listed
50 N Mendenhall Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 683-1061
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 683-1061
1 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 51 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4830 Walnut Grove Rd
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 435-5819
Memphis, TN 38117
(901) 435-5819
1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 775 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 66 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Christ The King Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
5296 Park Avenue
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 682-8405
Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 682-8405
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 157 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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