Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael of Atlanta is both a Yeshiva and a fully accredited college preparatory high school for boys in grades 9-12. It was established to provide an option for high school boys who want a classical Yeshiva education.
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael of Atlanta is both a Yeshiva and a fully accredited college preparatory high school for boys in grades 9-12.
It was established to provide an option for high school boys who want a classical Yeshiva education. The mission of the Yeshiva is to foster within each young man a personal relationship with G-d and to instill a love of Torah learning in an environment of sanctity and respect.
In addition, middos tovos, a sense of communal responsibility and a love of Israel are constantly being cultivated in each young man.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked GA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Of Atlanta ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
58 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
4 courses
Average SAT score
1350
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Of Atlanta offer?
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Of Atlanta offers 2 interscholastic sports: Baseball and Basketball.
What is Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Of Atlanta's ranking?
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Of Atlanta ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Highest average SAT score.
When is the application deadline for Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Of Atlanta?
The application deadline for Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Of Atlanta is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Of Atlanta located?
Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Of Atlanta is located in the Merry Hills neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael Of Atlanta is Still Waters International Academy (0.3 miles away)
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Still Waters International Academy
(Christian)
2650 N Druid Hill Rd
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 449-4125
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 449-4125
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 44 students
Temima, The Richard And Jean Katz High School For
All-girls (Jewish)
1839 LaVista Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 314-4369
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 314-4369
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 61 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Torah Day School Of Atlanta
(Jewish)
1985 Lavista Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 982-0800
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 982-0800
0.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 321 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
2059 Lavista Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 633-8081
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 633-8081
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 233 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
1934 Cliff Valley Way Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 458-5160
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 458-5160
0.7 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 139 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Still Waters International Academy
(Christian)
2650 N Druid Hill Rd
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 449-4125
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 449-4125
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 44 students
Temima, The Richard And Jean Katz High School For
All-girls (Jewish)
1839 LaVista Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 314-4369
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 314-4369
0.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 61 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1934 Cliff Valley Way Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 458-5160
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 458-5160
0.7 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 139 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1575 Sheridan Road
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 542-7003
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 542-7003
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 150 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Montessori School
1970 Cliff Valley Way Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 325-6777
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 325-6777
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 187 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Still Waters International Academy
(Christian)
2650 N Druid Hill Rd
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 449-4125
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 449-4125
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 44 students
Torah Day School Of Atlanta
(Jewish)
1985 Lavista Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 982-0800
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 982-0800
0.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 321 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
2059 Lavista Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 633-8081
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 633-8081
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 233 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
1934 Cliff Valley Way Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 458-5160
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 458-5160
0.7 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 139 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1575 Sheridan Road
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 542-7003
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 542-7003
0.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 150 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Still Waters International Academy
(Christian)
2650 N Druid Hill Rd
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 449-4125
Atlanta, GA 30329
(770) 449-4125
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 44 students
Atlanta Montessori International School - Cliff Valley ![Atlanta Montessori International School - Cliff Valley Photo]( "Atlanta Montessori International School - Cliff Valley Photo")
Montessori School
1970 Cliff Valley Way Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 325-6777
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 325-6777
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-9 | 187 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
Morningside Day Out Preschool ![Morningside Day Out Preschool Photo]( "Morningside Day Out Preschool Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
2108 Briarcliff Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 634-5889
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 634-5889
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 73 students
2426 Clairmont Road Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(678) 302-1302
Atlanta, GA 30329
(678) 302-1302
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 431 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
2855 Briarcliff Rd Ne
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 636-4488
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 636-4488
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 514 students Avg. class size: 28 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bear Creek Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7415 Herndon Rd
Fairburn, GA 30213
(470) 254-6080
Fairburn, GA 30213
(470) 254-6080
8719.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 971 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Creekside High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7405 Herndon Rd
Fairburn, GA 30213
(470) 254-4300
Fairburn, GA 30213
(470) 254-4300
8719.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,745 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Factory Shoals Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2375 Mount Vernon Rd
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
(770) 651-3900
Lithia Springs, GA 30122
(770) 651-3900
8719.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 697 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Langston Hughes High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7501 Hall Rd
Fairburn, GA 30213
(470) 254-3620
Fairburn, GA 30213
(470) 254-3620
8719.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,891 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
New Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2242 Old Lower River Rd
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-4400
Douglasville, GA 30135
(770) 651-4400
8719.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 818 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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