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#372 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 37% of private schools

Jewish Center for Special Educ

School

8109 BAY PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11214

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

122

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

6.7

Grades

UG – UG

Enrollment

122

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

6.7

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#372 of 992

In Brooklyn

#44 of 173

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About Jewish Center for Special Educ

Jewish Center for Special Educ is a private school in Brooklyn, NY. Jewish Center for Special Educ serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jewish Center for Special Educ has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.5 pts above NY schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 122 students, Jewish Center for Special Educ 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Jewish Center for Special Educ sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Jewish Center for Special Educ 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 Jewish Center for Special Educ compares to 570 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.3:1

This School

12:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

122

This School

510

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%

Jewish Center for Special Educ Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Jewish Center for Special Educ (this school)	—	122	6.3:1	6.7
BROOKLYN STUDIO SECONDARY SCHOOL	0.2 mi	879	11.3:1	4.5
PS 128 BENSONHURST	0.2 mi	457	13.1:1	4.5
ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE)	0.3 mi	364	8.1:1	8.9
BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY	0.3 mi	499	17.2:1	8.4
HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2	0.3 mi	312	17.3:1	7.9
PS 97 HIGHLAWN (THE)	0.4 mi	884	13:1	6.7
IS 96 SETH LOW	0.4 mi	867	9.1:1	6.9
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BENSONHURST	0.4 mi	643	—:1	6.5
PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE)	0.5 mi	1,107	15.6:1	8.3
PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE	0.5 mi	990	13.8:1	6.0
PS 247	0.6 mi	744	10.9:1	7.7
PS 200 BENSON SCHOOL	0.6 mi	1,236	14.5:1	6.1
IS 281 JOSEPH B CAVALLARO	0.7 mi	1,232	13.2:1	7.6
PS 205 CLARION	0.7 mi	1,097	12.9:1	8.1
IS 228 DAVID A BOODY	0.8 mi	1,549	14:1	7.9
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAFAYETTE	0.8 mi	335	13.4:1	7.3
LEADERS HIGH SCHOOL	0.8 mi	373	11.7:1	8.3
LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL FOR FILM AND MUSIC	0.8 mi	214	10.7:1	7.9
HIGH SCHOOL OF SPORTS MANAGEMENT	0.8 mi	328	9.4:1	7.1
KINGSBOROUGH EARLY COLLEGE SCHOOL	0.8 mi	722	12.7:1	6.6

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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

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

A- 8.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.3:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

C 2.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 0%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 122

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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)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8109 BAY PKWY, Brooklyn, NY 11214

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jewish Center for Special Educ may also want to explore other schools in the area. ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 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	Enrollment	Rating
YESHIVAH OHEL MOSHE Brooklyn	0.1 mi	59	7.5
MAGEN DAVID YESHIVAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.2 mi	1,204	3.7
BROOKLYN STUDIO SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.2 mi	879	4.5
PS 128 BENSONHURST Brooklyn	0.2 mi	457	4.5
ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) Brooklyn	0.3 mi	364	8.9
BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn	0.3 mi	499	8.4
HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Brooklyn	0.3 mi	312	7.9
PS 97 HIGHLAWN (THE) Brooklyn	0.4 mi	884	6.7
PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) Brooklyn	0.5 mi	1,107	8.3
IS 96 SETH LOW Brooklyn	0.4 mi	867	6.9
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BENSONHURST Brooklyn	0.4 mi	643	6.5
EAST ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn	0.4 mi	43	6.6
PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE Brooklyn	0.5 mi	990	6.0
PS 247 Brooklyn	0.6 mi	744	7.7
GESHER YEHUDA Brooklyn	0.6 mi	57	6.3
IS 281 JOSEPH B CAVALLARO Brooklyn	0.7 mi	1,232	7.6
PS 200 BENSON SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.6 mi	1,236	6.1
PS 205 CLARION Brooklyn	0.7 mi	1,097	8.1
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAFAYETTE Brooklyn	0.8 mi	335	7.3
HIGH SCHOOL OF SPORTS MANAGEMENT Brooklyn	0.8 mi	328	7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,286

Median Home Value

$1,007,400

Median Rent

$1,710/mo

Population

88,994

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

33.9%

Avg Commute

45.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.9%

Median Age

41.1

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ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL Olean, NY	149	6.8
LYCEUM KENNEDY FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL New York, NY	153	6.8
SOUTHERN TIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Olean, NY	149	6.8
THE LORGE SCHOOL New York, NY	92	6.8
DESTINY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AND PRESCHOOL Rochester, NY	124	6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jewish Center for Special Educ

What grades does Jewish Center for Special Educ serve?

Jewish Center for Special Educ serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Jewish Center for Special Educ?

Jewish Center for Special Educ has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jewish Center for Special Educ?

The student-teacher ratio at Jewish Center for Special Educ is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Jewish Center for Special Educ rank in NY?

Jewish Center for Special Educ ranks #372 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Jewish Center for Special Educ's MySchoolScout rating?

Jewish Center for Special Educ has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Jewish Center for Special Educ a private school?

Yes, Jewish Center for Special Educ is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Jewish Center for Special Educ a religious school?

Jewish Center for Special Educ has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 90 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 55 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: UG – UG
Enrollment: 122
Gender Split: 43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 19
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Kings County
Phone: (718) 782-0064

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