Jewish Foundation School (2026 Profile)

835 Forest Hill Rd
Staten Island, NY 10314

School''s curriculum is an integrated program consisting of age appropriate Jewish and secular studies.

Love of Torah and the state of Israel are intertwined into the everyday routine.

Early Learning Center included in the secular education are age appropriate math, literacy, vocabulary, science and social studies.

The importance of building each child''s self-confidence, positive self-esteem, creativity and initiative, and appreciating the individual child are what make our program so unique and successful.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: 1-8
Enrollment: 96 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Jewish

Grades Offered

Grades 1-8

Year Founded

1960

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

96 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Jewish Foundation School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

13 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

School Notes

School Mascot: Lion

School''s curriculum is an integrated program consisting of age appropriate Jewish and secular studies. Love of Torah and the state of Israel are intertwined into the everyday routine. Early Learning Center included in the secular education are age appropriate math, literacy, vocabulary, science and social studies. The importance of building each child''s self-confidence, positive self-esteem, creativity and initiative, and appreciating the individual child are what make our program so unique and successful.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Jewish Foundation School often compared to?

Jewish Foundation School is often viewed alongside schools like Yeshiva Of Staten Island by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for Jewish Foundation School?

The application deadline for Jewish Foundation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Jewish Foundation School located?

Jewish Foundation School is located in the Manor Heights neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.

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