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#960 of 991 private schools in NY

Bay Ridge Prepatory School

School

7420 FOURTH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

358:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#161 of 173

public schools

New York schools

#265 of 277

About Bay Ridge Prepatory School

Bay Ridge Preparatory School is a regular public school located on Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. Serving students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 358 students with one full-time equivalent teacher, resulting in a student-teacher ratio that suggests a high level of individual attention may be needed. The MySchoolScout rating for Bay Ridge Preparatory School is 4.3 out of 10, and it ranks as the 990th school out of 991 schools statewide in New York, indicating room for academic growth.

While test score data is not available to provide specific insights into student performance, the school focuses on comprehensive development and community engagement. Situated in a large city neighborhood within Brooklyn, Bay Ridge Preparatory School benefits from being part of an urban setting that offers diverse cultural experiences and resources for students.

What Parents Should Know

The student-teacher ratio at Bay Ridge Prepatory School is 358:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

As a private school, Bay Ridge Prepatory School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$46,859
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$50,267
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.07x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
90%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$36.0M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 358 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Bay Ridge Prepatory School compares to 569 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
358:1
This School
vs
12:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
358
This School
vs
510
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 74.6% vs 0%
Asian 6.4% vs 0%
Black 4.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.9% vs 0%
Bay Ridge Prepatory School Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Bay Ridge Prepatory School (this school) 4.2
PS/IS 30 MARY WHITE OVINGTON 5.4
PS 102 BAYVIEW (THE) 6.5
RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL 5.9
HIGH SCHOOL OF TELECOMMUNICATION ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY 7.9
SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE AND HEALTHY LIVING 6.7
PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK 7.7
JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY 6.1
PS 185 WALTER KASSENBROCK 6.9
PS 264 BAY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS 7.3
FORT HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL 6.6
PS 506 SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND TECHNOLOGY (THE) 7.5
PS 503 SCHOOL OF DISCOVERY (THE) 5.7
PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL 5.1
SUNSET SCHOOL OF CULTURAL LEARNING 7.5
MS 936 ARTS OFF 3RD 6.0
SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) 7.3
PS/IS 104 FORT HAMILTON SCHOOL (THE) 7.3
LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 7.0
MADELEINE BRENNAN SCHOOL (THE) 6.1
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187 6.7

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

Score Breakdown

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)
D 1.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 358:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,054
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 42%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 358
View data sources

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 74.6%
Two or More 9.2%
Asian 6.4%
Black 4.2%
Hispanic 3.9%
Native American 1.1%
Pacific Islander 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7420 FOURTH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bay Ridge Prepatory School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HIGH SCHOOL OF TELECOMMUNICATION ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DIMITRIOS & GEORGIA KALOIDIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF BAY RIDGE Brooklyn 0.2 mi 6.7
PS/IS 30 MARY WHITE OVINGTON Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.4
PS 102 BAYVIEW (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.5
GATEWAY CITY ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.7
HIGH SCHOOL OF TELECOMMUNICATION ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.9
RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.9
BAY RIDGE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.0
BAY RIDGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 6.8
SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE AND HEALTHY LIVING Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.7
PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.7
DIMITRIOS & GEORGIA KALOIDIS PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.7
JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.1
PS 264 BAY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.3
BAY RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.2
ST EPHREM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.5
PS 185 WALTER KASSENBROCK Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.9
XAVERIAN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.7 mi 3.8
PS 506 SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND TECHNOLOGY (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.5
PS 503 SCHOOL OF DISCOVERY (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.7
MS 936 ARTS OFF 3RD Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11209 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,656

Median Home Value

$905,700

Median Rent

$1,857/mo

Population

70,756

College Educated

52.8%

Homeownership

35.8%

Avg Commute

44.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

41.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bay Ridge Prepatory School has a median household income of $92,656. It is a well-educated community where 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $905,700, with a median rent of $1,857/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.3%. The average commute in the area is 45 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MOSDOS CHASIDEI SQUARE Brooklyn, NY 4.2
WORCESTER SCHOOL Worcester, NY 4.3
FORT EDWARD SCHOOL Fort Edward, NY 4.0
HAWTHORNE VALLEY SCHOOL Ghent, NY 4.4
EDMESTON CENTRAL SCHOOL Edmeston, NY 4.5
CROWN POINT CENTRAL SCHOOL Crown Point, NY 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bay Ridge Prepatory School

What grades does Bay Ridge Prepatory School serve?

Bay Ridge Prepatory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Bay Ridge Prepatory School?

Bay Ridge Prepatory School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay Ridge Prepatory School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bay Ridge Prepatory School is 358:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bay Ridge Prepatory School rank in NY?

Bay Ridge Prepatory School is ranked #960 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Bay Ridge Prepatory School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bay Ridge Prepatory School has a composite rating of 4.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bay Ridge Prepatory School a private school?

Yes, Bay Ridge Prepatory School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Bay Ridge Prepatory School a religious school?

No, Bay Ridge Prepatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
358
Gender Split
56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
358:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.2 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large City
County
KINGS
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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