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#879 of 992 private schools in NY
Foundations Christian School
Elementary School
561 MAPLE ST, Big Flats, NY 14814
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#879 of 992
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About Foundations Christian School
Foundations Christian School is a private elementary school in Big Flats, NY. Foundations Christian School serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Foundations Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.0 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, Foundations Christian School 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 6.8:1 students to teachers, Foundations Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Foundations Christian School 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
BetaHow Foundations Christian School compares to the 1 public school in Big Flats, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Big Flats
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Foundations Christian School (this school) | 5.0 |
| BIG FLATS SCHOOL | 6.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
561 MAPLE ST, Big Flats, NY 14814
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Foundations Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BIG FLATS SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Horseheads), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Horseheads), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Big Flats, see our Big Flats schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BIG FLATS SCHOOL Big Flats | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| CHEMUNG VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elmira | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| HORSEHEADS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horseheads | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| HORSEHEADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Horseheads | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
| GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Horseheads | 4.9 mi | 6.4 |
| ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL Horseheads | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
| COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 5.2 mi | 5.0 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 5.2 mi | 5.2 |
| HENDY AVENUE SCHOOL Elmira | 6.1 mi | 2.3 |
| THOMAS A EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 5.4 mi | 8.7 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads | 5.5 mi | 5.0 |
| HORSEHEADS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Horseheads | 5.6 mi | 8.2 |
| ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY Elmira | 5.9 mi | 2.5 |
| FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 5.8 mi | 3.4 |
| WILLIAM E SEVERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Corning | 5.8 mi | 6.2 |
| ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL FOR MATH & SCIENCE Corning | 5.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL FOR MATH AND SCIENCE Corning | 5.9 mi | 7.5 |
| CORNING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Corning | 6.1 mi | 7.0 |
| CORNING-PAINTED POST HIGH SCHOOL Corning | 6.1 mi | 8.7 |
| PINE CITY SCHOOL Pine City | 7.9 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,625
Median Home Value
$216,800
Median Rent
$1,385/mo
Population
2,047
College Educated
59.2%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
15.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
37.4
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| DBA THE NURTURING CENTER AND ACADEMY Queens Village, NY | 4.9 |
| CHILDRENS HOURS SCHOOL Geneva, NY | 5.2 |
| EDINBURG COMMON SCHOOL Edinburg, NY | 4.8 |
| ELMWOOD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL White Plains, NY | 4.8 |
| HUNTINGTON MONTESSORI-NORTHSHORE LEARNING Huntington Station, NY | 5.2 |
| SOUTH BAY JR ACADEMY OF SDA Babylon, NY | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Foundations Christian School
What grades does Foundations Christian School serve?
Foundations Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Foundations Christian School?
Foundations Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Foundations Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Foundations Christian School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Foundations Christian School rank in NY?
Foundations Christian School ranks #879 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Foundations Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Foundations Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Foundations Christian School a private school?
Yes, Foundations 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 Foundations Christian School a religious school?
Foundations Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 38% M / 62% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Chemung County
- Phone
- (607) 271-1116
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