Excellent
#22 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 2% of private schools
Grace Christian Academy
School
36 SMITH ST, Merrick, NY 11566
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
120
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#22 of 992
In Merrick
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Grace Christian Academy
Grace Christian Academy is a private school in Merrick, NY. Grace Christian Academy serves approximately 120 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 120 students, Grace Christian 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.
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Grace Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grace Christian 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
BetaHow Grace Christian Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Merrick, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Christian Academy (this school) | 8.5 |
| CHATTERTON SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| BIRCH SCHOOL | 8.2 |
| SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL | 9.2 |
| CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| NORMAN J LEVY LAKESIDE SCHOOL | 8.1 |
| OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL | 6.7 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
36 SMITH ST, Merrick, NY 11566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Bellmore), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WINTHROP AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Bellmore), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Merrick, see our Merrick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| BIRCH SCHOOL Merrick | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL Merrick | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellmore | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| NORMAN J LEVY LAKESIDE SCHOOL Merrick | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| NEWBRIDGE ROAD SCHOOL North Bellmore | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL Merrick | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| COLUMBUS AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| THE CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Roosevelt | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| MARTIN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ULYSSES BYAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| SHORE ROAD SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON REGIONAL SCHOOL PK-8 Bellmore | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| NEW VISIONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Freeport | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| WINTHROP AVENUE SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,868
Median Home Value
$679,000
Median Rent
$2,803/mo
Population
35,172
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
95.5%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Christian Academy
What grades does Grace Christian Academy serve?
Grace Christian Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Grace Christian Academy?
Grace Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 120 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Christian Academy is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Christian Academy rank in NY?
Grace Christian Academy ranks #22 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Grace Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grace Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Grace Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Grace Christian Academy a religious school?
Grace Christian Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 120
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (516) 379-2223
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