2019 Best Islamic Schools in the New York City AreaAbout this List

Noor-Ul-Iman School

• Private School
• Monmouth Junction, NJ
• PK, K-12
• 47

Alum: Amazing teachers and a top-notch education system. You know the teachers and staff work extremely hard to try to give students the best learning experience and to prepare them for the real world, but often times this goes unappreciated. This school has amazing teachers and a high quality education system, but the students themselves appear to be spoiled, rude, and lacking in religious values, despite the religious education being among the best. Other than that, this school is amazing and I had a wonderful experience as a student there.
Read 47 Reviews

• A+

• 596 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Darul Arqam School

• Private School
• South River, NJ
• PK, K-12
• 8

Senior: I love the community and religion connection and care for the students. The teachers are all wonderful and engaging.
Read 8 Reviews

• A+

• 215 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Al-Ghazaly High School

• Private School
• Wayne, NJ
• 7-12
• 28

Parent: I have two of my kids enrolled in this school and after looking at some of the bad reviews I felt obligated to write a review in defense of the school that my kids attend. You can obviously tell from the way and language of some of the reviewers that they don't belong to any decent school,let alone to Al-Ghazaly HS. For me hiding behind a fake name it takes away all the credibility that I would normally give to a reviewer. The most outrageous one so far,a reviewer claiming that they had a soccer field and the owner is cheap that he sold it! The school is rented to start with and the soccer field belongs to TSF a soccer club adjacent to the school,not to mention that the school is not owned by an individual or a company,it's run by the IEF a non-profit organization with three Islamic centers as stakeholders. I am not saying it's a perfect system,all what I can tell you don't listen to haters or lovers,just experience it yourself.
Read 28 Reviews

• A

• 345 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Razi School

• Private School
• Woodside, NY
• PK, K-12
• 25

High School Junior: Going here made it hard to maintain a high average because of the academic levels. But it helped me prepare for high school.
Read 25 Reviews

• A

• 280 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Andalusia School

• Private School
• Yonkers, NY
• PK, K-12
• 14

Parent: I am a very satisfied parent. My kids are doing very well academically, they get wonderful state exam scores. They are also learning about their religion and practicing it. It’s a small and safe environment, where everyone knows everyone. Tuition is very low compared to other private schools and naturally some resources are lower too. But overall it’s a great school!
Read 14 Reviews

• A

• 340 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Miraj Islamic School

• Private School
• Staten Island, NY
• PK, K-12
• 3

Junior: Students are very well behaved and academic studies is amazing as well as the class that are offered
Read 3 Reviews

• A-

• 233 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Miftaahul Uloom Academy

• Private School
• Union City, NJ
• PK, K-12
• 9

Parent: Miftaahul Uloom Academy has been our school since 2009. There has always been a friendly and welcoming atmosphere in the school. The school works in partnership with parents in guiding and raising responsible and confident individuals. MUA boasts an elementary Montessori program, as well as a program where juniors and seniors take classes at a local college and potentially graduate high school with an associates degree.
Read 9 Reviews

• A-

• 212 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Crescent School

• Private School
• Hempstead, NY
• PK, K-12
• 5

Niche User: Been there a couple years. It is honestly a good school with teachers that do actually care about their students, however I would argue that this school is better for elementary/ middle school students. The high school teachers aren't lacking; the school is just lacking in a variety of extracurricular activities (i.e: clubs). Mind that a student will not be able to choose the classes of their choice here unlike a public school (unless it is exactly what they have). It is a growing school overall.
Read 5 Reviews

• A-

• 235 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Alminhaal Academy

• Private School
• South Plainfield, NJ
• PK, K-12
• 4

Junior: The first year at the Academy was very welcoming. The teachers were very well qualified and dedicated to teaching their students. They always made sure to help every student in the class get back on track and give them all the help that they needed if they were in such a situation. Looking at the seniors, they seemed very well prepared for college, getting readily accepted into their dream schools across the nation. The school not only payed ample amount of attention on studies, but also the students happiness. They hosted fairs, championships, and many other activities to really get the school spirit going! My junior year is almost over, and I'm happy to say I've had a great experience in Alminhaal Academy.I never felt a lack in of my characteristics, and I look forward to finishing my senior year at Alminhaal Academy with all the amazing friends I have made!
Read 4 Reviews

• B+

• 319 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rising Star Academy

• Private School
• Union City, NJ
• PK, K-12
• 6

Senior: I loved the proximity to the college where we took college courses.Everyone knows one another so it feels like a big family. Fabulous English teacher, Sr. Fatima Musabeh. Come, you won't regret it .
Read 6 Reviews

• B+

• 235 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Al-Ihsan Academy

• Private School
• South Ozone Park, NY
• PK, K-12
• 29

Senior: Al-Ihsan Academy is a school I have never and will never again experience in my life. With low teacher salaries, I have sometimes questioned why my teachers would stay while there were more opportunities elsewhere. After observing their actions, I have come to the conclusion that they are not teaching for the money, but to help each of their students for the sheer reward of letting another succeed. This quality is one that I have come to admire. Although having some of the best teachers, Al-Ihsan is small compared to other schools. For example, we have 1 basement that is used as our auditorium, lunchroom, and event hall. It's used to the max. But if you really look at this school, you will see it as a cell. A tiny organism that has many parts that make it a whole and in turn helps the body function. The body represents the community, and this school, this tiny, miniature school has ironically helped me grow.
Read 29 Reviews

• B+

• 508 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Al-Madinah School

• Private School
• Brooklyn, NY
• PK, K-12
• 68

Senior: When I first entered Al-Madinah school I knew I chose this school for a specific reason and that was it's Islamic community. Knowing that I could be comfortable being myself helped me look forward to High School In general.
Read 68 Reviews

• B

• 803 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Al-Iman School

• Private School
• Jamaica, NY
• PK, K-12
• 18

Parent: I am parent of 4 children who have been to Al- Iman School. A couple of years ago I was in search of the perfect Islamic school, just when I was about to quit I stumbled upon this school. It was everything I could have wished for. The school is very good with keeping the parents notified and updated, and they hold the parents' opinions to high standards. They treat each student with their due respect and importance, and they always encourage your child to do more. The teachers are wonderful and they are clearly more than qualified for their job. The faculty is very kind and welcoming. The school offers many opportunities and extra- curricular activities. They have clubs, heritage day, science fair, Quran competition, spelling bee, speech competition, etc. This school is a perfect place for anyone.
Read 18 Reviews

• A

• 118 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Madrasatu Ahlis Sunnah

• Private School
• East Orange, NJ
• PK, K-12
• 12

High School Sophomore: The work load is not heavy and the teachers need a few more workshops.
Read 12 Reviews

• A-

• 243 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Academy of Greatness & Excellence

• Private School
• Teaneck, NJ
• PK, K-9
• 2

Parent: Exceptional school that provides the students with the highest levels of academic excellence and the greatness of Islamic characters, without compromising their needs to participate in sports and the ability to enjoy fresh air and physical activities. The school campuses (Teaneck & Ridgfield Park) are in the heart of Bergen County, state of the art campuses, with outdoor playground and large play area in Teaneck campus, and a large HS gym as in Ridgfield Park campus . The sports and extracurricular programs are incomparable.
Read 2 Reviews

• NG

• 437 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

An-Noor Academy & Darul Huda Institute

• Private School
• Piscataway, NJ
• PK, K-12
• 15

High School Senior: I have been in this school for over ten years, and the experiences and memories I will take away with me are very precious! There most certainly have been "bad" - even worst - days, but at the end of the day, it was the only place that taught me valuable experiences. I have learned from the best and they have become part of my family. I remember my friends and I used to joke around about his school being a box, and when we left that building, it was truly devastating. In this vast world was my tiny world of friends and teachers who were united as a family. We are there for each other in every step; we are the string roots of an old tree!
Read 15 Reviews

• NG

• 339 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Noble Leadership Academy

• Private School
• Passaic, NJ
• PK, K-12
• 75

Senior: For the majority of my middle school years, I had my doubts about the school. I had low expectations for what was to come throughout my high-school years. I didn't know if I wanted to stay. Little did I know that deciding to remain a Noble Student proved to be a beneficial factor in high-school. The school community can be held responsible for that praise. The teachers genuinely want the students to perform better academically. I believe that this is overlooked by many. Finding a school with teachers who actually put an effort into aiding their students is a rarity. The school has definitely played a big role in determining my academic excellence. Graduating out of NLA with a good education is a guarantee, no matter what career you intend to pursue. Now that I am only a couple months away from graduating, I can admit that attending it was definitely a privilege.
Read 75 Reviews

• NG

• 298 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

MDQ Academy

• Private School
• Brentwood, NY
• PK, K-9
• 3

Alum: I have been in this school since 2nd grade. As part of the first graduating class of MDQ Academy, I am proud to say that this was my high school. The only thing that would need to be changed is the amount of resources the school provides to its students to get them ready for college.
Read 3 Reviews

• NG

• 265 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Al-Hikmah Elementary School

• Private School
• Prospect Park, NJ
• PK, 1-6
• 2

Parent: Greate school!!! The best. Kids doing very good, I like religion teachers and students. They teach about islam, about good manners and memorise a lot of Quran elhamdulillah. I am recomendet for everyone.
Read 2 Reviews

• NG

• 226 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Al-Mamoor School

• Private School
• Fresh Meadows, NY
• PK, K-10
• 1

Senior: I've been to 7 different schools (public and private) all around the United States, and Al-Mamoor is the best out of all of them.
Read 1 Review

• NG

• 223 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Al Ghazaly School

• Private School
• Jersey City, NJ
• PK, K-8
• 1

• NG

• 196 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Al Madrasa Al Islamiya

• Private School
• Brooklyn, NY
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 193 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Clara Mumammad School

• Private School
• New York, NY
• K-7

• NG

• 162 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Muslim Center Elementary/Junior High School

• Private School
• Flushing, NY
• K-8

• NG

• 152 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hamza Academy

• Private School
• Valley Stream, NY
• PK, K-6

• NG

• 116 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio