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#746 of 992 private schools in NY

Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy

Elementary School

11102 86TH AVE, Richmond Hill, NY 11418

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

21.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

21.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#746 of 992

In Richmond Hill

#3 of 4

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About Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy

Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Richmond Hill, NY. Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #746 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.3 pts below NY schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy runs 21.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Holy Child Jesus Catholic 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 Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond Hill, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

21.6:1

This School

14.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

303

This School

430

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

5.8

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 48.8% vs 0%

Asian 27.4% vs 0%

White 18.5% vs 0%

Black 5% vs 0%

Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy Richmond Hill Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy (this school)	—	303	21.6:1	5.6
PS 56 HARRY EICHLER	0.1 mi	327	13.1:1	5.8
PS 90 HORACE MANN	0.2 mi	587	14:1	5.7
PS 51	0.3 mi	212	14.1:1	5.1
PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS	0.5 mi	496	14.2:1	7.4
PS 273	0.5 mi	308	11.8:1	8.1
PS 254 ROSA PARKS SCHOOL (THE)	0.5 mi	510	11.9:1	4.6
PS 54 HILLSIDE	0.7 mi	443	13:1	5.7
PS 55 MAURE	1.2 mi	491	16.9:1	6.8
S.T.A.R. LEADERSHIP ACADEMY	2.1 mi	500	17.9:1	3.1

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

C- 1.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 21.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.2 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,196.8

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 303

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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)

Hispanic 48.8%

Asian 27.4%

White 18.5%

Black 5.0%

Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11102 86TH AVE, Richmond Hill, NY 11418

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 273 (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 99 KEW GARDENS (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Kew Gardens), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond Hill, see our Richmond Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 56 HARRY EICHLER Richmond Hill	0.1 mi	327	5.8
PS 90 HORACE MANN Richmond Hill	0.2 mi	587	5.7
RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill	0.3 mi	1,697	6.9
PS 51 Richmond Hill	0.3 mi	212	5.1
YESHIVA SHAAR HATORAH Richmond Hill	0.4 mi	113	5.2
PS 273 Richmond Hill	0.5 mi	308	8.1
PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS Richmond Hill	0.5 mi	496	7.4
YESHIVA TIFERETH MOSHE Kew Gardens	0.6 mi	517	5.9
HIGH SCHOOL-CONSTRUCTION TRADES ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE Ozone Park	0.7 mi	1,051	8.1
EPIC HIGH SCHOOL - NORTH South Richmond Hill	0.6 mi	386	4.7
PS 254 ROSA PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Richmond Hill	0.5 mi	510	4.6
PS 62 CHESTER PARK SCHOOL South Richmond Hill	0.7 mi	795	6.0
TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE Kew Gardens	0.7 mi	43	6.6
NEW YORK CITY ACADEMY FOR DISCOVERY Woodhaven	0.7 mi	344	3.8
PS 54 HILLSIDE Richmond Hill	0.7 mi	443	5.7
THE KEW-FOREST SCHOOL Forest Hills	1.1 mi	208	8.2
PS 99 KEW GARDENS Kew Gardens	1.0 mi	744	7.6
EZRA ACADEMY Forest Hills	1.1 mi	145	7.4
PS 65 RAYMOND YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Ozone Park	1.1 mi	360	5.8
PS 60 WOODHAVEN Woodhaven	0.9 mi	980	4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11418 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,927

Median Home Value

$772,800

Median Rent

$1,788/mo

Population

36,304

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

48.8%

Avg Commute

45.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

39.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy

What grades does Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy serve?

Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy?

Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy rank in NY?

Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy ranks #746 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy a private school?

Yes, Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy a religious school?

Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 80 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 52 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 303
Gender Split: 56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 21.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 14
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 176 days
Setting: Large City
County: Queens County
Phone: (718) 849-3988

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