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#957 of 992 private schools in NY

Archbishop Molloy High School

High School

8353 MANTON ST, Briarwood, NY 11435

Private

Enrollment

1,506

Student-Teacher

21.4:1

Score

4.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#957 of 992

In Briarwood

#2 of 2

public schools

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Archbishop Molloy High School

4.2/10

High School in Briarwood · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Archbishop Molloy High School

Archbishop Molloy High School is a private high school in Briarwood, NY. Archbishop Molloy High School serves approximately 1,506 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Archbishop Molloy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #957 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares2.8 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Archbishop Molloy High School runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Archbishop Molloy High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Schools in Briarwood

No public schools found in Briarwood for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 21.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,116
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 69%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Enrollment 1,506
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 45.5%
Hispanic 27.3%
Asian 11.2%
Black 9.0%
Two or More 6.2%
Pacific Islander 0.6%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8353 MANTON ST, Briarwood, NY 11435

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Archbishop Molloy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TIEGERMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores notably higher. Another option is EZRA ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Forest Hills), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Kew Gardens), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Briarwood, see our Briarwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM Richmond Hill 0.4 mi 7.0
TIEGERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill 0.4 mi 8.0
PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Jamaica 0.3 mi 6.1
JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK Jamaica 0.4 mi 5.3
PS 99 KEW GARDENS Kew Gardens 0.4 mi 7.6
THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Briarwood 0.5 mi 6.6
THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Jamaica 0.5 mi 6.6
NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.7 mi 6.1
PS 54 HILLSIDE Richmond Hill 0.6 mi 5.7
TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE Kew Gardens 0.6 mi 6.6
PS 82 HAMMOND Jamaica 0.6 mi 4.8
PS 164 QUEENS VALLEY Flushing 0.7 mi 5.9
AL-IMAN SCHOOL Jamaica 0.7 mi 6.3
MESIVTA CHOFETZ CHAIM Flushing 0.8 mi 6.0
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL II Jamaica 0.7 mi 2.6
SHEVACH HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.9 mi 4.9
EZRA ACADEMY Forest Hills 0.7 mi 7.4
ST NICHOLAS-TOLENTINE Jamaica 0.8 mi 6.3
ST NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE SCHOOL Jamaica 0.8 mi 5.8
THE KEW-FOREST SCHOOL Forest Hills 0.7 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,430

Median Home Value

$550,300

Median Rent

$1,820/mo

Population

58,424

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

35.5%

Avg Commute

46.5 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

36.6

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ST JOHN THE BAPTIST DIOCESAN HIGH SCHOOL West Islip, NY 4.6
XAVERIAN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 3.8
CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY 5.0
OLYMPIA HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY 5.0
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Archbishop Molloy High School

What grades does Archbishop Molloy High School serve?

Archbishop Molloy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Archbishop Molloy High School?

Archbishop Molloy High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,506 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Archbishop Molloy High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Archbishop Molloy High School is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Archbishop Molloy High School rank in NY?

Archbishop Molloy High School ranks #957 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Archbishop Molloy High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Archbishop Molloy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Archbishop Molloy High School a private school?

Yes, Archbishop Molloy High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Archbishop Molloy High School a religious school?

Archbishop Molloy High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,506
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County

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