Northwest Yeshiva High School

5017 90th Avenue Se, Mercer Island, WA, 98040-0980 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

Northwest Yeshiva High School is the Pacific Northwest's only college preparatory, dual curriculum, co-ed high school. Our students have opportunities for advanced academic courses as well as specialized instruction for those with special learning needs. Students at NYHS place into top colleges and universities around the US and the world. Most recently, the Classes of 2008 and 2009 were admitted to : Tulane, U. Penn, Barnard, Brandeis, Washington State University of St. Louis, NYU, Sarah Lawrence and more. All 7 members of the Class of 2009 who applied to the University of Washington were admitted, two were admitted into the Honors Program. Students spend the day in rigorous academic studies. The mornings are spent learning Judaic studies. Central to our mission is our love for and support of the State of Israel. Many students study in Israel before continuing on to college or university. We invite you to visit us and get a feel for the NYHS family!...

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School Overview:

 
Northwest Yeshiva High School
School Membership(s) State or regional independent school association
Northwest Association of Accredited Schools
Other religious school association(s)
Religious Affiliation Jewish
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Programs for Learning Differences Yes
Year Founded 1974
County King County, WA
Student Body
Total Students 95 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(WA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 3% 27%
Students by Grade
Grade 9 - 27 students
Grade 10 - 25 students
Grade 11 - 18 students
Grade 12 - 25 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 24 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 80%
Average Class Size 10
Number of AP Courses 4
Advanced Courses
US History Biology
Physics Calculus
Average SAT score 1700
Average ACT score 28
Classroom dress code Casual
(Collared shirts for men, skirts or dresses for women, modest, neat attire for all)
This School
(WA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:4 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Feb. 12 / Mar. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost $13,000
Tuition Notes We offer a third party tuition assessment program to families who need a reduced tuition.
% on Financial Aid 30%
Average Financial Aid Grant $8,568
Head of School Rabbi Bernie Fox
Admissions Director Rabbi Yona Margolese
Admissions Associate Karen Franke
Sport
Total Sports Offered 4
 
Sports
BasketballCross Country
Track and FieldVolley Ball
Extracurricular
Total Extracurricular Organizations 5
 
Extracurriculars
Student Council Community Service
Spirit Club Drama
Choir 

School Notes:

  • Our Mission: Northwest Yeshiva High School is dedicated to educational excellence, preparing our students for adulthood as knowledgeable, committed Jews who are well-rounded, broadly educated, intellectually engaged, and caring members of their community and society. The school provides a challenging academic program to Jewish students of diverse backgrounds and abilities. NYHS encourages integrity, strength of character, respect, service to others, a lifetime love of learning, commitment to the State of Israel, and adherence to the traditional ideals and practices of Torah Judaism.
  • Profile last updated: 07/15/2009

In the News:

  • Sports briefs (Mercer Island Reporter)
    posted on November 17, 2009 at 06:36:57 pm
    A Mercer Island resident recently completed the New York City Marathon, held on Nov. 1. Patrick McCarthy, 44, ran the 26.2 miles in 4:20:26 to finish in 22,286th place. McCarthy averaged approximately 9:57 per mile during the annual event.
  • School briefs (Mercer Island Reporter)
    posted on October 6, 2009 at 07:01:20 pm
    Jonah Kohen, of Mercer Island, was named a National Merit Scholar semifinalist in September. Kohen is currently a student at Northwest Yeshiva High School.

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (98040)
School Zip (98040)
(WA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 22,036 people 5,855,424 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 73% 29%
Population Average Age 44 years old 35 years old
Average Household size 2.6 persons 2.4 persons
Median Household Income $91,904 $49,081
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 7.5 rooms 5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 43 years old 38 years old
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Zipcode (98040)


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% Owning / % Renting 80% / 20% 62% / 38%

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