Yeshiva Ketana Of Long Island in Inwood, NY, serves 485 all–boys students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a suburban setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 with 38 teachers supporting its regular elementary and secondary curriculum.
Founded in 1995, Yeshiva Ketana is affiliated with the Jewish community and is a member of the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools.
The school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York state for having one of the largest student bodies.
Located near several private schools in Nassau County, Yeshiva Ketana offers an all–boys Jewish education program within a suburban community.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Yeshiva Ketana Of Long Island 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-8
Year Founded
1995
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Let's teach with heart.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yeshiva Ketana Of Long Island's ranking?
Yeshiva Ketana Of Long Island ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Yeshiva Ketana Of Long Island?
The application deadline for Yeshiva Ketana Of Long Island is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Yeshiva Ketana Of Long Island is Church Of God Christian Academy (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Talmud Torah Siach Yitzchok (0.8 miles away)
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Talmud Torah Siach Yitzchok
All-boys (Jewish)
1513 Central Ave
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(718) 327-6247
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(718) 327-6247
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 270 students
1425 Beach Channel Dr
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(718) 327-1284
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(718) 327-1284
0.9 miles
Gr: K-1 | 29 students
Church Of God Christian Academy ![Church Of God Christian Academy Photo - Staff @ Applebees Fundraiser 2011]( "Church Of God Christian Academy Photo - Staff @ Applebees Fundraiser 2011")
(Church of God)
1332 Central Ave 1336
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(718) 327-9590
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(718) 327-9590
0.9 miles
Gr: K-12 | 51 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 2
The Brandeis School
(Jewish)
25 Frost Ln
Lawrence, NY 11559
(516) 371-4747
Lawrence, NY 11559
(516) 371-4747
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 229 students
Haftr Middle School
(Jewish)
44 Frost Ln
Lawrence, NY 11559
(516) 569-6352
Lawrence, NY 11559
(516) 569-6352
1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 263 students
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