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East Midwood Hebrew Day School (Closed 2015)

1256 E 21st St
Brooklyn, NY 11210
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About the School

  • The East Midwood Hebrew Day School, Rabbi Harry Halpern Educational Center strives to instill in its students knowledge and respect for their religious and cultural heritage, as well as a thorough understanding of the world in which they live.
  • The school also aims to develop a sense of self-worth linked to an ethical code practiced by Jews for thousands of years.
  • It is vital that our students receive secular and religious educations and experiences that are of the highest quality possible.
  • We believe that it is also our responsibility to include our parents and community in all facets of our school program.
  • We consider the East Midwood Hebrew Day School to be a family, not just a school.
  • The benefits of the education our students receive are not just limited to them alone.
  • The advantages of a bicultural education extend beyond the classroom and into the homes of our families where all are recipients of the knowledge and traditions of our people and our nation.

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade

Student Body

Total Students
231 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for East Midwood Hebrew Day School?
The application deadline for East Midwood Hebrew Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is East Midwood Hebrew Day School located?
East Midwood Hebrew Day School is located in the Midwood neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 27 other private schools located in Midwood.

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