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#472 of 991 private schools in NY

Top 48% of private schools

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro

Elementary School

5902 6TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

156

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#61 of 173

public schools

New York elementary schools

#198 of 486

About Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF BRO is a Catholic elementary school located in Brooklyn, New York. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade, the school has an enrollment of 156 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14.2:1 with 11 full-time equivalent teachers. Despite not having specific test score data available, the MySchoolScout rating reflects that there is room for academic growth at this institution.

The school is situated in a bustling city environment within the Kings borough, providing students with access to diverse cultural and educational resources right outside its doors. While details about the surrounding neighborhood are limited, the community offers a rich tapestry of experiences that complement the educational journey of each student.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 156 students, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

As a private school, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
156
This School
vs
483
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 60.3% vs 0%
Asian 28.8% vs 0%
White 3.8% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro (this school) 6.3
LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 7.0
SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE AND HEALTHY LIVING 6.7
PS 506 SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND TECHNOLOGY (THE) 7.5
PS 503 SCHOOL OF DISCOVERY (THE) 5.7
SUNSET SCHOOL OF CULTURAL LEARNING 7.5
MS 936 ARTS OFF 3RD 6.0
PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) 6.3
PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL 5.1
PS/IS 30 MARY WHITE OVINGTON 5.4
SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) 7.3
RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL 5.9
PS 1 BERGEN (THE) 6.0
PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE) 6.2
JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING 8.0
SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE) 7.5
PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON 7.2
PS 169 SUNSET PARK 5.7
PS 102 BAYVIEW (THE) 6.5
SUNSET PARK AVENUES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.4
JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY 6.1

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

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 55%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 156
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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 60.3%
Asian 28.8%
White 3.8%
Two or More 3.2%
Black 2.6%
Pacific Islander 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5902 6TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11220

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 506 SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND TECHNOLOGY (THE) (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUNSET SCHOOL OF CULTURAL LEARNING (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BAY RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.2
LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.0
PS 506 SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND TECHNOLOGY (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 7.5
PS 503 SCHOOL OF DISCOVERY (THE) Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.7
SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE AND HEALTHY LIVING Brooklyn 0.3 mi 6.7
MS 936 ARTS OFF 3RD Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.0
SUNSET SCHOOL OF CULTURAL LEARNING Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.5
PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.3
PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.1
HIGH SCHOOL OF TELECOMMUNICATION ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.9
SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.3
RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.9
PS/IS 30 MARY WHITE OVINGTON Brooklyn 0.6 mi 5.4
PS 1 BERGEN (THE) Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.0
LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF BAY RIDGE Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.7
PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE) Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.2
JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.1
BAIS CHAYA ESTHER Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.5
GATEWAY CITY ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.7
BAY RIDGE PREPATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11220 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,201

Median Home Value

$1,021,200

Median Rent

$1,688/mo

Population

90,792

College Educated

25.4%

Homeownership

27.6%

Avg Commute

43.6 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

37.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro has a median household income of $64,201. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,021,200, with a median rent of $1,688/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 44 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ANN MACARTHUR PRIMARY Locust Valley, NY 6.3
DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ozone Park, NY 6.3
GENESEE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL-FLOUR CITY CAMPUS Rochester, NY 6.3
HIGH MEADOW SCHOOL Stone Ridge, NY 6.3
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Rochester, NY 6.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC ACADEMY IN ASTORIA Astoria, NY 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro

What grades does Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro serve?

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro?

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro rank in NY?

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro is ranked #472 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro has a composite rating of 6.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro 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 Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro a religious school?

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy of Bro has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
156
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
KINGS
Data Year
2022–2023

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