The Rabbi Naftali Riff Yeshiva was a private Jewish boarding school academy originally located in South Bend, Indiana, and later relocated to Indianapolis, Indiana.
Founded in 1984 by Rabbi Yisrael Gettinger, it became Indiana's first rabbinical college in 1987. The yeshiva is no longer active in Indianapolis.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 46 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
1984
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Rabbi Naftali Riff Yeshiva?
The application deadline for The Rabbi Naftali Riff Yeshiva is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Rabbi Naftali Riff Yeshiva located?
The Rabbi Naftali Riff Yeshiva is located in the Washington Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 9 other private schools located in Washington Township.
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