Yeshiva Tifereth Moshe is an all–boys Jewish elementary and middle school in Kew Gardens, NY, serving grades K through 8 with an enrollment of 444 students.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 12:1 supported by 36 teachers in a large city community setting.
Yeshiva Tifereth Moshe ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York state for largest student body size.
The school maintains a student body with 29% identified as students of color, reflecting part of the diversity of Kew Gardens.
Located in Queens, Yeshiva Tifereth Moshe provides a Jewish–oriented educational program in a city environment.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Yeshiva Tifereth Moshe 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 Kindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
444 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yeshiva Tifereth Moshe's ranking?
Yeshiva Tifereth Moshe ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Yeshiva Tifereth Moshe?
The application deadline for Yeshiva Tifereth Moshe is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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