Merkaz Bnos High School is an all-girls Jewish academic institution offering grades 9th through 12th.
It was founded in 1990 with the encouragement and assistance of numerous community leaders.
The student body is comprised of young woman representing a wide variety of cultures and nationalities, including many from the former Soviet Union,Syria, and Iran, who had never had the freedom or opportunity to experience the richness of their Jewish faith.
Merkaz Bnos High School's curriculum encompasses both Judaic and general studies.
It emphasis the development of the total individual, academically, spiritually and socially.
The Merkaz learning experience is one that brings life to learning and learning to life.
It involves both classroom studies and a unique community service program.
Students are able to proceed according to their knowledge and achievement, rather then by grade level and to from bonds with the school's devoted and talented faculty and administration, all whom are committed to the success and well being to every Merkaz student.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Merkaz Bnos High School?
The application deadline for Merkaz Bnos High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Merkaz Bnos High School located?
Merkaz Bnos High School is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 8 other private schools located in Bensonhurst.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Merkaz Bnos High School is Magen David Yeshivah High School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Athanasius Catholic Academy (0.4 miles away)
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Brooklyn, NY 11204
(718) 236-4791
Brooklyn, NY 11204
(718) 236-4791
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Grades: PK-K | 50 students 0.5 miles 105 Kings Hwy
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(718) 253-2552
Brooklyn, NY 11214
(718) 253-2552
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Magen David Yeshivah High School
Alternative School (Jewish)
Grades: 1-12 | 1,018 students 0.5 miles 7801 Bay Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11214
(718) 331-4002
Brooklyn, NY 11214
(718) 331-4002
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1-12
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Grades: K-2 | 302 students 0.6 miles 5815 20th
Brooklyn, NY 11204
(718) 436-2122
Brooklyn, NY 11204
(718) 436-2122
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K-2
302
Yeshiva Of Brooklyn
All-girls (Jewish)
Grades: K-12 | 579 students 0.6 miles 1470 Ocean Pkwy
Brooklyn, NY 11230
(718) 376-3775
Brooklyn, NY 11230
(718) 376-3775
0.6
K-12
579
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