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#903 of 992 private schools in NY

Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy

Elementary School

11218 SPRINGFIELD BLVD, Queens Village, NY 11429

Private

Enrollment

35

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#903 of 992

In Queens Village

#2 of 2

public schools

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Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy

4.9/10

Elementary School in Queens Village · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

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5.7/10

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About Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy

Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy is a private elementary school in Queens Village, NY. Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #903 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.0 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 35 students, Dba the Nurturing Center and 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.

Dba the Nurturing Center and 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 Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Queens Village, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
This School
vs
13.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
35
This School
vs
583
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 91.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.7% vs 0%
Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy Queens Village Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy (this school) 4.9
PS 34 JOHN HARVARD 5.7
PS/IS 295 6.8
BELLAIRE SCHOOL (THE) 4.9
PS 33 EDWARD M FUNK 5.4
PS 18 WINCHESTER 7.3

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- 4.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 16%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Enrollment 35
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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 91.4%
Hispanic 5.7%
Two or More 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11218 SPRINGFIELD BLVD, Queens Village, NY 11429

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 176 CAMBRIA HEIGHTS (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Cambria Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/IS 295 (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 34 JOHN HARVARD (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Queens Village, see our Queens Village schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 34 JOHN HARVARD Queens Village 0.4 mi 5.7
PS/MS 147 RONALD MCNAIR Cambria Heights 0.5 mi 4.2
SS JOACHIM & ANNE SCHOOL Queens Village 0.5 mi 5.1
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HS-FIN INFO TECH Cambria Heights 0.5 mi 5.4
INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS AT CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights 0.5 mi 8.3
MATH/SCIENCE RESEARCH/TECH MAGNET Cambria Heights 0.6 mi 6.5
HEALTH ARTS ROBOTICS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Cambria Heights 0.6 mi 6.5
STEPPING STONE OF SOUTHEASTERN QUEEN SCHOOL Cambria Heights 0.5 mi 4.8
IS 192 LINDEN (THE) Saint Albans 0.7 mi 5.4
PATHWAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Saint Albans 0.7 mi 5.1
PS 136 ROY WILKINS Saint Albans 0.8 mi 5.5
PS 134 HOLLIS Hollis 0.8 mi 5.0
PS 360 Saint Albans 0.9 mi 3.8
JEAN NUZZI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Queens Village 1.1 mi 6.4
PS/IS 295 Queens Village 1.2 mi 6.8
CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE GIFTED CHILD Cambria Heights 1.1 mi 5.1
PS 176 CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights 1.5 mi 7.4
PS 33 EDWARD M FUNK Queens Village 1.6 mi 5.4
BELLAIRE SCHOOL (THE) Queens Village 1.4 mi 4.9
ELMONT MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Elmont 1.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,232

Median Home Value

$646,200

Median Rent

$1,605/mo

Population

27,933

College Educated

26.8%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

44.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy

What grades does Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy serve?

Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy?

Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy rank in NY?

Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy ranks #903 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy a private school?

Yes, Dba the Nurturing Center and 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 Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy a religious school?

Dba the Nurturing Center and Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
67 Good Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
35
Gender Split
14% M / 86% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Phone
(718) 527-5932

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