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#255 of 991 private schools in NY

Top 26% of private schools

Corlears School

Elementary School

324 W 15TH ST, New York, NY 10011

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

79

Student-Teacher

3.3:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In New York

#59 of 118

public schools

New York elementary schools

#100 of 486

About Corlears School

Corlears School is a regular public elementary school located in the bustling heart of New York City at 324 W 15th St. Serving preschool through fourth grade, Corlears offers a nurturing environment with an enrollment of just 79 students, ensuring personalized attention thanks to a student-teacher ratio of 3.3:1. The dedicated faculty includes 24 full-time equivalent teachers who work tirelessly to support the young learners at this school.

While detailed test score data is not available, Corlears School aims to foster academic growth and development in its students through various programs and initiatives. With a MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and a state ranking of #204 out of 991 schools in New York (80th percentile), the school is committed to continuous improvement. Corlears School sits within a vibrant city neighborhood, providing students with a rich urban experience that enhances their educational journey.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 79 students, Corlears School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 3.3:1, Corlears School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Corlears 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
$107,475
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$90,405
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.84x — At Risk
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
68%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$11.9M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 79 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Corlears School compares to 178 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.3:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
79
This School
vs
444
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 60.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 24.1% vs 0%
Black 12.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.5% vs 0%
Corlears School New York Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Corlears School (this school) 7.0
PS 11 SARAH J GARNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) 8.2
PS 41 GREENWICH VILLAGE 7.0
SIXTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.1
PS 3 CHARRETTE SCHOOL 8.5
PS 33 CHELSEA PREP 8.4
BALLET TECH/NYC PUBLIC SCHOOL FOR DANCE 8.9
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNION SQUARE 4.7
47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) 8.6
PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS 6.5
PS 226 7.3
EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) 7.3
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HUDSON YARDS 5.6
PS 116 MARY LINDLEY MURRAY 6.9
NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL 5.3
STAR ACADEMY PS 63 (THE) 4.1
PS 51 ELIAS HOWE 8.2
PS 130 HERNANDO DE SOTO 6.2
CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) 7.1
PS 64 ROBERT SIMON 4.6
EARTH SCHOOL 4.5

Showing 20 of 178 schools. View all schools in New York

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)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 3.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,064
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 79
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 60.8%
Hispanic 24.1%
Black 12.7%
Asian 2.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

324 W 15TH ST, New York, NY 10011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Corlears School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 11 SARAH J GARNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMY OF ST JOSEPH (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SIXTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi
School Distance Rating
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 6.1
NYC LAB HIGH SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES New York 0.1 mi 7.6
NYC MUSEUM SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 7.0
NYC LAB MS FOR COLLABORATIVE STUDIES New York 0.1 mi 8.2
THE LORGE SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 6.8
LANDMARK HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 6.6
HUMANITIES PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York 0.2 mi 7.9
JAMES BALDWIN SCHOOL-A SCHOOL FOR EXPEDITIONARY LRNING New York 0.2 mi 6.5
MANHATTAN BUSINESS ACADEMY New York 0.2 mi 5.8
QUEST TO LEARN New York 0.2 mi 7.4
HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL OF LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES New York 0.2 mi 7.9
LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY FOR NEWCOMERS New York 0.2 mi 5.3
PS 11 SARAH J GARNETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.3 mi 8.2
GUARDIAN ANGEL SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 5.9
PS 41 GREENWICH VILLAGE New York 0.4 mi 7.0
KESWELL SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.8
HIGH SCHOOL OF FASHION INDUSTRIES (THE) New York 0.5 mi 6.7
SIXTH AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.1
ACADEMY OF ST JOSEPH New York 0.6 mi 7.2
AVENUES THE WORLD SCHOOL New York 0.6 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,571

Median Home Value

$1,165,800

Median Rent

$2,868/mo

Population

49,344

College Educated

79.2%

Homeownership

36%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

43

Community Profile

The community surrounding Corlears School has a median household income of $146,571. It is a well-educated community where 79% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,165,800, with a median rent of $2,868/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BLUE ROCK SCHOOL West Nyack, NY 7.0
CASSAVANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dryden, NY 7.0
CATHEDRAL ACADEMY AT POMPEI Syracuse, NY 7.0
CITY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bronx, NY 7.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SYRACUSE Syracuse, NY 7.0
THE SKILL BUILDING CENTER Suffern, NY 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Corlears School

What grades does Corlears School serve?

Corlears School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Corlears School?

Corlears School has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Corlears School?

The student-teacher ratio at Corlears School is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Corlears School rank in NY?

Corlears School is ranked #255 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Corlears School's MySchoolScout rating?

Corlears School has a composite rating of 7.0 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 Corlears School a private school?

Yes, Corlears 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 Corlears School a religious school?

No, Corlears School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
100 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
95 Biker’s Paradise
City Safety
High (3,049/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
79
Gender Split
63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
152 days
Setting
Large City
County
NEW YORK
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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