The NSHA was founded to provide its students with a religious Jewish education based on the Torah received at MT. Sinai.
Its purpose is to serve Jewish children by guiding them toward an observant Jewish life and encouraging them to continue to study Jewish and general studies at Torah institutions for higher learning.
The Academy has as its goals to develop in its students a world-view in accordance with the Torah and to cultivate positive attitudes to Judaic values and identification with the Torah way of life.Imbue its students with love for Torat Israel, the Nation of Israel and the Land of Israel.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
North Shore Hebrew Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1954
Student Body
Total Students
703 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Where Torah values meet academic achievement
- The NSHA was founded to provide its students with a religious Jewish education based on the Torah received at MT. Sinai.
- Its purpose is to serve Jewish children by guiding them toward an observant Jewish life and encouraging them to continue to study Jewish and general studies at Torah institutions for higher learning.
- The Academy has as its goals to develop in its students a world-view in accordance with the Torah and to cultivate positive attitudes to Judaic values and identification with the Torah way of life.Imbue its students with love for Torat Israel, the Nation of Israel and the Land of Israel.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North Shore Hebrew Academy often compared to?
North Shore Hebrew Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Silverstein Hebrew Academy by visitors of our site.
What is North Shore Hebrew Academy's ranking?
North Shore Hebrew Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for North Shore Hebrew Academy?
The application deadline for North Shore Hebrew Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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