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Northwest Yeshiva High School

5017 90th Avenue Se, Mercer Island, WA, 98040-0980 -

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
	Basketball	Cross Country
	Track and Field	Volley 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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% Owning / % Renting	80% / 20%	62% / 38%