Bnos Bais Yaakov鈥揻ar Rockaway is an all鈥揼irls Jewish private school in Far Rockaway, NY, serving grades PK through 12 with an enrollment of 1,262 students.
Founded in 1905, the school operates in a large city community and maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 11:1 with 120 teachers on staff.
Annual tuition is $25,000, and the school offers 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses for secondary students.
The school is a member of the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools (NSHDS) and provides a religiously affiliated academic program.
Bnos Bais Yaakov鈥揻ar Rockaway ranks among the top 20% of New York private schools by student body size, AP course offerings, and school history.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,262 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate
- Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway cost?
Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway often compared to?
Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway is often viewed alongside schools like Torah Academy For Girls by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway?
Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate and Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner.
What is Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway's ranking?
Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway?
The application deadline for Bnos Bais Yaakov-far Rockaway is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school is Torah Academy For Girls (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Darchei Torah (0.5 miles away)
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