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#143 of 991 private schools in NY

Top 14% of private schools

Flushing Christian School

Elementary School

4154 MURRAY ST, Flushing, NY 11355

Private Estimated Score

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

Enrollment

128

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Flushing

#2 of 18

public schools

New York elementary schools

#56 of 486

About Flushing Christian School

FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL is a small elementary school located in Flushing, Queens. Serving kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 128 students and boasts a low student-to-teacher ratio of 9.1:1, ensuring that each child receives ample individual attention from its 14 full-time teachers. Although specific test score data is not available, FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL ranks at number 176 out of 991 schools in New York State, placing it in the 82nd percentile and highlighting a commitment to student development.

The school’s setting within a large city offers students access to diverse cultural experiences and resources. With its supportive community and dedicated staff, FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL provides a nurturing environment for young learners to thrive.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 128 students, Flushing Christian 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 9.1:1, Flushing Christian 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, Flushing Christian 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
$10,024
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$9,707
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.97x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
89%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$653,913

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 128 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Flushing Christian School compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Flushing, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
This School
vs
13.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
128
This School
vs
708
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
7.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 39.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 28.1% vs 0%
Black 18% vs 0%
White 11.7% vs 0%
Flushing Christian School Flushing Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Flushing Christian School (this school) 7.5
PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON 7.2
JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD 7.9
PS 20 JOHN BOWNE 5.7
PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON 7.7
PS 107 THOMAS A DOOLEY 7.1
ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) 5.3
PS 21 EDWARD HART 6.5
EAST-WEST SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES 8.1
IS 237 6.2
JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER 7.0
PS 32 STATE STREET 7.8
PS 214 CADWALLADER COLDEN 5.7
PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL 8.1
WORLD JOURNALISM PREPARATORY: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL 8.0
IS 25 ADRIEN BLOCK 6.9
PS 120 7.2
PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS 7.6
QUEENS COLLEGE SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (THE) 6.3
PS 201 DISCOVERY SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND RESEARCH (THE) 9.2
PS 177 8.4

Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Flushing

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)
B 6.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,217.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 72%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 128
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)

Asian 39.1%
Hispanic 28.1%
Black 18.0%
White 11.7%
Two or More 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4154 MURRAY ST, Flushing, NY 11355

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Flushing Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON (rated 7.2/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 107 THOMAS A DOOLEY (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON Flushing 0.1 mi 7.2
THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing 0.4 mi 5.9
JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD Flushing 0.3 mi 7.9
FLUSHING INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.3 mi 5.3
ST ANDREW AVELLINO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing 0.4 mi 5.0
SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing 0.4 mi 6.7
PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON Flushing 0.7 mi 7.7
PS 20 JOHN BOWNE Flushing 0.6 mi 5.7
ST MEL CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing 0.9 mi 6.1
MUSLIM CENTER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.8 mi 5.1
PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing 0.9 mi 6.5
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES Flushing 0.8 mi 6.9
PS 107 THOMAS A DOOLEY Flushing 0.8 mi 7.1
VERITAS ACADEMY Flushing 0.8 mi 6.9
JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing 1.0 mi 7.0
IS 237 Flushing 1.0 mi 6.2
EAST-WEST SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Flushing 1.0 mi 8.1
FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.8 mi 6.7
ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing 0.9 mi 5.3
QUEENS ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.9 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,700

Median Home Value

$711,500

Median Rent

$1,664/mo

Population

79,802

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

30%

Avg Commute

40.4 min

Poverty Rate

21.8%

Median Age

46.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Flushing Christian School has a median household income of $53,700. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $711,500, with a median rent of $1,664/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 40 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
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Albany, NY 7.5
HILLEL COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Rochester, NY 7.5
LAWRENCE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AT #4 SCHOOL Inwood, NY 7.5
PS 88 S SILVERSTEIN LITTLE SPARROW SCHOOL Bronx, NY 7.5
PS 958 Brooklyn, NY 7.5
SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York, NY 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Flushing Christian School

What grades does Flushing Christian School serve?

Flushing Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Flushing Christian School?

Flushing Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Flushing Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Flushing Christian School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Flushing Christian School rank in NY?

Flushing Christian School is ranked #143 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Flushing Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Flushing Christian School has a composite rating of 7.5 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 Flushing Christian School a private school?

Yes, Flushing Christian School 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 Flushing Christian School a religious school?

Flushing Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
94 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
78 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
128
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
179 days
Setting
Large City
County
QUEENS
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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