Average
#508 of 992 private schools in NY
Macademy
Elementary School
1313 UNION ST, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#508 of 992
In Brooklyn
#65 of 173
public schools
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Macademy
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
PS 161 Crown (the)
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About Macademy
Macademy is a private elementary school in Brooklyn, NY. Macademy serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Macademy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #508 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Macademy 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 6:1 students to teachers, Macademy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Macademy 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 Macademy compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Macademy (this school) | 6.3 |
| MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| PS 161 CROWN (THE) | 6.2 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-CROWN HEIGHTS | 5.9 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-PROSPECT HEIGHTS | 5.8 |
| MS 61 DR GLADSTONE H ATWELL | 5.4 |
| PS 138 | 7.0 |
| PS 289 GEORGE V BROWER | 5.2 |
| SCHOOL OF INTEGRATED LEARNING (THE) | 7.6 |
| KIPP ALWAYS MENTALLY PREPARED CHARTER SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| PS 241 EMMA L JOHNSTON | 5.5 |
| PS 375 JACKIE ROBINSON SCHOOL | 2.2 |
| EBBETS FIELD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| PS 91 ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL (THE) | 6.0 |
| RESTORATION ACADEMY | 4.1 |
| PS 93 WILLIAM H PRESCOTT | 3.7 |
| PS 397 FOSTER-LAURIE | 8.0 |
| PS 316 ELIJAH STROUD | 8.3 |
| PS 221 TOUSSAINT L'OUVERTURE | 4.8 |
| NEW BRIDGES ELEMENTARY | 7.7 |
| ELIJAH STROUD MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.9 |
Showing 20 of 449 schools. View all schools in Brooklyn
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
1313 UNION ST, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Macademy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 138 (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA (rated 6.4/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 161 CROWN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-CROWN HEIGHTS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| BETH RIVKA HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| MEDGAR EVERS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST MARK'S DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| EPIPHANY LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| BNOS CHOMESH Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| MS 61 DR GLADSTONE H ATWELL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| GAN ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-PROSPECT HEIGHTS Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 138 Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CHABAD GIRLS ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | — |
| ARISTA PREPARATORY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | — |
| PS 289 GEORGE V BROWER Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| YESHIVAS TOMCHEI TMIMIM Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| DARCHAI MENACHEM INC Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 93 WILLIAM H PRESCOTT Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| RESTORATION ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,201
Median Home Value
$1,218,300
Median Rent
$1,733/mo
Population
56,544
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
18.4%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
38.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 6.3 |
| MOHAWK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL White Plains, NY | 6.3 |
| NAMASTE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 6.3 |
| MOTHER FRANCISKA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Staten Island, NY | 6.2 |
| FLATBUSH SDA SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.4 |
| GAN ALIYA New York, NY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Macademy
What grades does Macademy serve?
Macademy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Macademy?
Macademy has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Macademy?
The student-teacher ratio at Macademy is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Macademy rank in NY?
Macademy ranks #508 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Macademy's MySchoolScout rating?
Macademy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Macademy a private school?
Yes, Macademy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Macademy a religious school?
No, Macademy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 250 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 221-5566
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