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#864 of 992 private schools in NY
Great Oaks Elementary School
Elementary School
4718 FARRAGUT RD, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#864 of 992
In Brooklyn
#146 of 173
public schools
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Great Oaks Elementary School
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
PS 109
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About Great Oaks Elementary School
Great Oaks Elementary School is a private elementary school in Brooklyn, NY. Great Oaks Elementary School serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Oaks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #864 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, Great Oaks Elementary 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 7.9:1 students to teachers, Great Oaks Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Great Oaks Elementary 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 Great Oaks Elementary School compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Great Oaks Elementary School (this school) | 5.1 |
| PS 109 | 6.3 |
| PS 198 | 6.1 |
| PS 208 ELSA EBELING | 4.8 |
| PS 251 PAERDEGAT | 3.0 |
| PS 326 | 4.5 |
| IVY HILL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| BROOKLYN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING ACADEMY | 8.1 |
| PS 244 RICHARD R GREEN | 6.3 |
| PS 119 AMERSFORT | 4.6 |
| PS 361 EAST FLATBUSH EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| IS 285 MEYER LEVIN | 5.1 |
| CENTRAL BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| IS 68 ISAAC BILDERSEE | 4.6 |
| PS 181 | 4.4 |
| PS 203 FLOYD BENNETT SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| PS 135 SHELDON A BROOKNER | 6.0 |
| EAST FLATBUSH ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (EFACS) | 6.9 |
| PS 276 LOUIS MARSHALL | 5.5 |
| ANDRIES HUDDE | 4.5 |
| IS 381 | 6.3 |
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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
4718 FARRAGUT RD, Brooklyn, NY 11203
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Oaks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EBENEZER PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 109 (rated 6.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 244 RICHARD R GREEN (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 109 Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 208 ELSA EBELING Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| ST CATHERINE GENOA-ST THERESE LISIEU Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ST CATHERINE GENOA-ST THERESE LISIEU Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 198 Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| EBENEZER PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 251 PAERDEGAT Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| PS 326 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| BROOKLYN JESUIT PREP Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| IVY HILL PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| NAZARETH REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 244 RICHARD R GREEN Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| BROOKLYN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 119 AMERSFORT Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| KURT HAHN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| IT TAKES A VILLAGE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| CULTURAL ACADEMY FOR THE ARTS AND SCIENCES Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE AND EQUITY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| BROOKLYN BRIDGE ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| BROOKLYN THEATRE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,028
Median Home Value
$677,700
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Population
76,853
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
46 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
43.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Oaks Elementary School
What grades does Great Oaks Elementary School serve?
Great Oaks Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Great Oaks Elementary School?
Great Oaks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Oaks Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Oaks Elementary School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Great Oaks Elementary School rank in NY?
Great Oaks Elementary School ranks #864 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Great Oaks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Oaks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Great Oaks Elementary School a private school?
Yes, Great Oaks Elementary 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 Great Oaks Elementary School a religious school?
Great Oaks Elementary School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 96
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 282-6210
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