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#970 of 992 private schools in NY

Battalion Christian Academy

Elementary School

661 LINDEN BLVD, Brooklyn, NY 11203

Private

Enrollment

57

Student-Teacher

9.5:1

Score

4.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#970 of 992

In Brooklyn

#164 of 173

public schools

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Battalion Christian Academy

4.0/10

Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

PS 135 Sheldon a Brookner

6.0/10

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6.9/10

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About Battalion Christian Academy

Battalion Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Brooklyn, NY. Battalion Christian Academy serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Battalion Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #970 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.9 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 57 students, Battalion Christian Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Battalion Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Battalion Christian Academy 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Battalion Christian Academy compares to 332 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
57
This School
vs
496
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.0
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 100% vs 0%
Battalion Christian Academy Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Battalion Christian Academy (this school) 4.0
PS 135 SHELDON A BROOKNER 6.0
EAST FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (EFACS) 6.9
PS 235 JANICE MARIE KNIGHT SCHOOL 6.4
PS 268 EMMA LAZARUS 6.2
KINGS COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL 5.0
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST CROWN HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL 6.5
PS 244 RICHARD R GREEN 6.3
PS 91 ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) 6.0
PS 219 KENNEDY-KING 5.2
PS 221 TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE 4.8
PS 397 FOSTER-LAURIE 8.0
PS 181 4.4
PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY 8.0
PS 398 WALTER WEAVER 3.3
PS 208 ELSA EBELING 4.8
BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL 7.7
PS 189 BILINGUAL CENTER (THE) 6.9
IVY HILL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL 4.1
EXPLORE CHARTER SCHOOL 6.1
PS 141 4.6

Showing 20 of 332 schools. View all schools in Brooklyn

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

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)
B 5.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 990
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Enrollment 57
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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)

Black 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

661 LINDEN BLVD, Brooklyn, NY 11203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Battalion Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAST FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (EFACS) (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 235 JANICE MARIE KNIGHT SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 135 SHELDON A BROOKNER Brooklyn 0.1 mi 6.0
EAST FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (EFACS) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.9
BRYANS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Brooklyn 0.4 mi
PS 235 JANICE MARIE KNIGHT SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.4
PS 268 EMMA LAZARUS Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.2
MIDDLE SCHOOL OF MEDIA LAW AND FINE ARTS (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.1
KINGS COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.0
NEW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.1
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST CROWN HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.5
PS 91 ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.0
PS 244 RICHARD R GREEN Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.3
BROOKLYN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 8.1
PS 221 TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE Brooklyn 0.7 mi 4.8
HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-HEROES OF TOMORROW Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.5
SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.8
BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.3
PS 398 WALTER WEAVER Brooklyn 0.8 mi 3.3
PS 770 NEW AMERICAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.8 mi 8.0
PS 208 ELSA EBELING Brooklyn 0.8 mi 4.8
PHYL'S ACADEMY PREP Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,028

Median Home Value

$677,700

Median Rent

$1,566/mo

Population

76,853

College Educated

25.9%

Homeownership

39.4%

Avg Commute

46 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

43.2

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School Rating
CASSAVANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden, NY 3.7
TUSCARORA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lewiston, NY 4.3
WILDFLOWER NEW YORK CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY 3.7
MOTHER TERESA ACADEMY Halfmoon, NY 4.4
PUTNAM CENTRAL SCHOOL Putnam Station, NY 4.5
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Batavia, NY 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Battalion Christian Academy

What grades does Battalion Christian Academy serve?

Battalion Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Battalion Christian Academy?

Battalion Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Battalion Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Battalion Christian Academy is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Battalion Christian Academy rank in NY?

Battalion Christian Academy ranks #970 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Battalion Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Battalion Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Battalion Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Battalion Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Battalion Christian Academy a religious school?

Battalion Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
78 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
57
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County

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