Hamza Academy based in Valley Stream New York provides preschool through 7th grade in a nurtuing Islamic environment.
Hamza Academy is a unique, individualized, accelerated education programs that is shaped by Islamic values and which prepares our students for higher learning in any field.
Hamza Academy provides that level of knowledge to our students by Keeping all students abreast with there academic studies which exceed the basis mandates by the NYS for of Education, Provide Islamic Studies including Qur'an, Arabic, and Islam and provide and Islamic enviornment and instill Islamic values.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
108 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
92%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hamza Academy often compared to?
Hamza Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Crescent School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Hamza Academy?
The application deadline for Hamza Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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