Below Average
#899 of 992 private schools in NY
Muse Academy
Elementary School
126 SAINT FELIX ST, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#899 of 992
In Brooklyn
#149 of 173
public schools
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Muse Academy
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Muse Academy
Muse Academy is a private elementary school in Brooklyn, NY. Muse Academy serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Muse Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #899 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Muse 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.
Muse 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 Muse Academy compares to 329 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Muse Academy (this school) | 4.9 |
| PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) | 7.9 |
| BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| PS 369 COY L COX SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| COMPASS CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER | 8.2 |
| PS 20 CLINTON HILL | 7.3 |
| PS 77 | 4.4 |
| BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 13 | 5.0 |
| PS 261 ZIPPORIAH MILLS | 6.6 |
| PS 11 PURVIS J BEHAN | 8.1 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| PS 67 CHARLES A DORSEY | 5.0 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| PS 46 EDWARD C BLUM | 2.6 |
| PS 282 PARK SLOPE | 7.2 |
| PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE) | 7.5 |
| PS 9 SARAH SMITH GARNET SCHOOL (THE) | 7.3 |
| PS 287 BAILEY K ASHFORD | 5.0 |
| PS 32 SAMUEL MILLS SPROLE | 8.4 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-COBBLE HILL | 6.2 |
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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.
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
126 SAINT FELIX ST, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Muse Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) (rated 7.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROOKLYN INDEPENDENT Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 6.2 |
| KHALIL GIBRAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| GERMAN SCHOOL BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 369 COY L COX SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| COMPASS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| MS 266 PARK PLACE COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| PS 77 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| PS 20 CLINTON HILL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 753 SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| PS 67 CHARLES A DORSEY Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| BROOKLYN FREE SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 282 PARK SLOPE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$158,314
Median Home Value
$1,614,200
Median Rent
$2,800/mo
Population
42,569
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
28.9%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Muse Academy
What grades does Muse Academy serve?
Muse Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Muse Academy?
Muse Academy has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Muse Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Muse Academy is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Muse Academy rank in NY?
Muse Academy ranks #899 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Muse Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Muse Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Muse Academy a private school?
Yes, Muse Academy 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 Muse Academy a religious school?
No, Muse Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 24% M / 76% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 622-1940
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