New York families have more Islamic school options than most regions, but the search experience is still messy. This curated page brings together day schools, college-prep campuses, and weekend Quran programs so parents can evaluate fit faster. This guide is built from the school directory data already in Alif Cloud, so parents can start with a real list instead of a vague ranking.
Parents comparing New York City options should usually sort schools by model before they sort by reputation. A full-time day school, a masjid-based weekend academy, a Quran-focused program, and a hifz track solve different family needs even when they serve the same community.
The current directory data for New York City includes 10 schools and program listings, including 8 full-time schools, 2 weekend programs, 6 Quran programs, 1 hifz track, and 4 preschools. The strongest clusters in this market are around Brooklyn (3), Bronx (1), Fresh Meadows (1), and Jamaica (1).
What Parents Should Compare First
Parents making a statewide or metro-wide search usually get better results when they narrow the list with the same few filters every time.
- Match the school model to your family routine: full-time day school, weekend program, Quran track, hifz pathway, or preschool-first option.
- Check grade continuity so siblings and future years do not force an immediate second school search.
- Look at commute honestly, especially when the strongest options are spread across several neighborhoods or suburbs.
- Ask how Quran, Islamic studies, adab, and parent communication are handled week to week.
- Verify whether the program feels organized enough to support registration, attendance, fee collection, and regular parent updates.
Schools Families Often Shortlist in New York City
These are the schools and programs parents are most likely to compare first in New York City. The selection leans toward variety across school models, grade spans, and cities so the guide is more useful than a single-style ranking.
Al-Noor School (Brooklyn)
Al-Noor School offers a full academic path from elementary through high school inside an Islamic environment, with added college-readiness support and a Saturday Academy for families who need supplemental programming.
For parents building a shortlist, Al-Noor School stands out as a full-time school, Quran program, and weekend program with k to 12th grade coverage. Programs listed publicly include K-12 academics, Elementary school, Middle school, High school, and Saturday Academy. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families can verify current details through Al-Noor School.
Razi School (Woodside)
Razi School is a Queens-based Islamic private school with a strong college-preparatory identity, STEM emphasis, full early childhood through high school coverage, and a distinctive Islamic environment.
For parents building a shortlist, Razi School stands out as a full-time school and Quran program with 3k to 12th grade coverage. Programs listed publicly include 3K, Pre-K, and Kindergarten, Elementary school, Junior high, High school, and After-school programs. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families can verify current details through Razi School.
Elhaam Academy (Queens)
Elhaam Academy blends New York State-aligned academics with Islamic values, STEAM emphasis, after-school homework support, and a structured Quran memorization program for growing families in Queens.
For parents building a shortlist, Elhaam Academy stands out as a full-time school, Quran program, and hifz track with elementary to middle school coverage. Programs listed publicly include Elementary school, Middle school, STEAM-focused academics, After-school program, and Homework assistance. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families can verify current details through Elhaam Academy.
Little Muslims of New York (Bronx)
Little Muslims of New York is a values-centered Islamic learning program at Amana Institute designed to build Quran fluency, Islamic identity, and practical foundational knowledge for children and early teens.
For parents building a shortlist, Little Muslims of New York stands out as a weekend program and Quran program with elementary through early teens coverage. Programs listed publicly include Weekday option, Weekend option, Full program track, Qaida and Quran fluency, and Islamic studies. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families can verify current details through Little Muslims of New York.
Al-Mamoor School (Fresh Meadows)
Al-Mamoor School serves families in Fresh Meadows, New York as an Islamic school. The school serves Pre-K to 12th grade. Public contact details currently include the phone number and campus address. Direct follow-up with the school is the best way to confirm admissions and calendar details.
For parents building a shortlist, Al-Mamoor School stands out as a preschool and full-time school with pre-k to 12th grade coverage. Programs listed publicly include Pre-K to 12th grade, Pre-K, Elementary school, Middle school, and High school. Languages listed in the directory include English. Families should verify current admissions details directly with the school.
Islamic Cultural Center School (Manhattan)
The Islamic Cultural Center School emphasizes experiential learning, holistic development, and strong ethical formation through early education, elementary, and middle school programs on a modern Manhattan campus.
For parents building a shortlist, Islamic Cultural Center School stands out as a full-time school and Quran program with early education to middle school coverage. Programs listed publicly include Early education, Elementary education, Middle school, Experiential learning, and Athletics and field trips. Languages listed in the directory include English and Arabic. Families can verify current details through Islamic Cultural Center School.
Miraj Islamic School (Staten Island)
Miraj Islamic School is an Islamic school serving Muslim families in Staten Island, New York. The school serves Pre-K to 12th grade. Public contact details currently include the phone number and campus address. Contact the school directly for admissions, schedule, and curriculum details.
For parents building a shortlist, Miraj Islamic School stands out as a preschool and full-time school with pre-k to 12th grade coverage. Programs listed publicly include Pre-K to 12th grade, Pre-K, Elementary school, Middle school, and High school. Languages listed in the directory include English. Families should verify current admissions details directly with the school.
Al-Iman School (Jamaica) (Jamaica)
Families comparing Islamic education options in Jamaica, New York can use this listing as a starting point for Al-Iman School (Jamaica). The school serves Pre-K to 7th grade. Public contact details currently include the phone number and campus address. Reach out to the school directly to confirm enrollment and current programming.
For parents building a shortlist, Al-Iman School (Jamaica) stands out as a preschool and full-time school with pre-k to 7th grade coverage. Programs listed publicly include Pre-K to 7th grade, Pre-K, Elementary school, Middle school, and Islamic studies. Languages listed in the directory include English. Families should verify current admissions details directly with the school.
More Schools Parents May Want to Review in New York City
- Islamic Cultural Center School: Manhattan | Early education to middle school | full-time school and Quran program
- Miraj Islamic School: Staten Island | Pre-K to 12th grade | preschool and full-time school
- Al-Iman School (Jamaica): Jamaica | Pre-K to 7th grade | preschool and full-time school
- Al Madrasa Al Islamiya: Brooklyn | Pre-K to 8th grade | Quran program and preschool
- Clara Muhammad School of Masjid Khalifah: Brooklyn | Grade levels not listed publicly | full-time school
Questions to Ask Before You Enroll in New York
- Does this school model match what our family can realistically sustain each week?
- How does the program handle Quran progress, Islamic studies, and parent communication?
- Can siblings stay in one system, or will we need a second school decision soon?
- What does the commute look like in the middle of a normal week, not just on an open-house day?
- Which details should we confirm directly because schools may update grades, schedules, or fees after this guide was generated?
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of Islamic school options appear in New York City?
The current directory snapshot includes 8 full-time schools, 2 weekend programs, 6 Quran programs, and 1 hifz track in New York City. Parents should compare the school model first and then compare the individual programs inside that model.
How many schools are included in this New York guide?
The directory currently shows 10 schools and program listings for New York City. This article highlights 8 core options first, then points parents to additional listings worth reviewing.
Should parents treat this as a fixed ranking?
No. The guide is meant to help parents start the comparison with real schools and programs in the market. A school that is the best fit for one family can be the wrong fit for another depending on grade span, commute, school model, and how strongly the family wants daily Islamic schooling, weekend learning, and Quran study woven into everyday life.
