Bais Yaakov Academy

Bais Yaakov Academy in Brooklyn, NY, serves 831 all–girls students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a city–based community setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with 76 total teachers supporting academic programs.
Bais Yaakov Academy is affiliated with the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools and follows a Jewish religious orientation.
The academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York State for having one of the largest student bodies.
Located in the Midwood neighborhood, Bais Yaakov Academy offers a full PK–12 academic program within the Brooklyn private school landscape.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 831 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Bais Yaakov Academy 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
831 students
Student Body Type
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bais Yaakov Academy's ranking?
Bais Yaakov Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Bais Yaakov Academy?
The application deadline for Bais Yaakov Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bais Yaakov Academy located?
Bais Yaakov Academy is located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 27 other private schools located in Midwood.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 831 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Brooklyn, NY is $22,977 for elementary schools and $25,098 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Brooklyn, NY is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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