Rabbi Jacob Joseph School For Girls in Staten Island, NY, serves girls from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a city–based setting.
The school has a total enrollment of 273 students and a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, supported by 24 teaching staff.
Founded in 1900, it is one of the oldest private schools in the Staten Island area with a Jewish religious orientation.
The school is a member of the National Society of Hebrew Day Schools and is located in the Mid Island neighborhood.
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School For Girls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York state based on its founding date.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School For Girls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1900
School Calendar
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: to foster development of each child to reach their full potential in love of torah, ahavas hatorah, and full intellectual and academic achievement
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rabbi Jacob Joseph School For Girls's ranking?
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School For Girls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Rabbi Jacob Joseph School For Girls?
The application deadline for Rabbi Jacob Joseph School For Girls is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Rabbi Jacob Joseph School For Girls located?
Rabbi Jacob Joseph School For Girls is located in the Mid Island neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 5 other private schools located in Mid Island.
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