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#772 of 992 private schools in NY

Our Lady of Refuge School

Elementary School

2708 BRIGGS AVE, Bronx, NY 10458

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

192

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#772 of 992

In Bronx

#44 of 53

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About Our Lady of Refuge School

Our Lady of Refuge School is a private elementary school in Bronx, NY. Our Lady of Refuge School serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of Refuge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #772 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.4 pts below NY schools

5.5

This school 5.5 · Average
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 192 students, Our Lady of Refuge School 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.

Our Lady of Refuge School 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 Our Lady of Refuge School compares to 341 public schools serving similar grades in Bronx, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.5:1

This School

12:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

192

This School

455

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.5

This School

5.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 78.6% vs 0%

Black 10.4% vs 0%

White 4.7% vs 0%

Asian 4.2% vs 0%

Our Lady of Refuge School Bronx Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Our Lady of Refuge School (this school)	—	192	18.5:1	5.5
PS 46 EDGAR ALLAN POE	0.1 mi	635	11.3:1	5.7
PS 246 POE CENTER	0.2 mi	489	11.1:1	4.7
PS/IS 54	0.2 mi	346	13.3:1	5.6
KIPP BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL II	0.3 mi	967	18.2:1	6.9
PS 340	0.4 mi	610	10.5:1	5.2
JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY	0.4 mi	339	10.9:1	8.3
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FOR LIBERAL ARTS	0.4 mi	475	10.1:1	3.9
PS 86 KINGSBRIDGE HEIGHTS	0.4 mi	1,171	11.9:1	5.5
WEST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE	0.5 mi	616	11.4:1	4.8
IS 254	0.5 mi	473	11.3:1	5.0
PS 85 GREAT EXPECTATIONS	0.6 mi	647	11.2:1	5.6
PS 8 ISAAC VARIAN	0.6 mi	650	12.7:1	3.9
GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE BRONX II	0.6 mi	132	18.9:1	5.6
THOMAS C GIORDANO MIDDLE SCHOOL 45	0.6 mi	407	10.4:1	5.0
PS 33 TIMOTHY DWIGHT	0.6 mi	795	15:1	5.2
PS 315 LAB SCHOOL	0.7 mi	188	11.8:1	4.6
PS/MS 20 PO GEORGE J WERDAN III	0.7 mi	766	10.8:1	4.1
PS 168	0.7 mi	609	5.7:1	3.3
ACADEMY FOR PERSONAL LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE	0.7 mi	733	9.5:1	6.4
PS 209	0.8 mi	192	12:1	6.2

Showing 20 of 341 schools. View all schools in Bronx

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- 2.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 37%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 192

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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 78.6%

Black 10.4%

White 4.7%

Asian 4.2%

Pacific Islander 1.0%

Two or More 1.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2708 BRIGGS AVE, Bronx, NY 10458

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of Refuge School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KIPP BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL II (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 46 EDGAR ALLAN POE (rated 5.7/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS/IS 54 (rated 5.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 46 EDGAR ALLAN POE Bronx	0.1 mi	635	5.7
PS/IS 54 Bronx	0.2 mi	346	5.6
PS 246 POE CENTER Bronx	0.2 mi	489	4.7
KIPP BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL II Bronx	0.3 mi	967	6.9
ACADEMY OF MOUNT ST URSULA Bronx	0.3 mi	289	6.1
JONAS BRONCK ACADEMY Bronx	0.4 mi	339	8.3
FORDHAM PREPARATORY SCHOOL Bronx	0.3 mi	951	5.9
PS 340 Bronx	0.4 mi	610	5.2
HIGH SCHOOL FOR TEACHING AND THE PROFESSIONS Bronx	0.4 mi	358	6.7
CELIA CRUZ BRONX HIGH SCHOOL OF MUSIC (THE) Bronx	0.4 mi	410	9.0
DISCOVERY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx	0.4 mi	386	7.7
KINGSBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx	0.4 mi	212	5.7
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL FOR LIBERAL ARTS Bronx	0.4 mi	475	3.9
BELMONT PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx	0.5 mi	365	7.5
FORDHAM HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Bronx	0.5 mi	350	9.0
FORDHAM LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Bronx	0.5 mi	385	8.2
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Bronx	0.5 mi	393	7.7
WEST BRONX ACADEMY FOR THE FUTURE Bronx	0.5 mi	616	4.8
KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx	0.5 mi	411	7.6
PS 86 KINGSBRIDGE HEIGHTS Bronx	0.4 mi	1,171	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,107

Median Home Value

$515,700

Median Rent

$1,548/mo

Population

78,741

College Educated

16.1%

Homeownership

3.9%

Avg Commute

44.3 min

Poverty Rate

29.8%

Median Age

31.1

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
ANTWERP PRIMARY SCHOOL Antwerp, NY	157	5.5
FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL III Bronx, NY	198	5.5
HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Staten Island, NY	195	5.5
PS 154 HARRIET TUBMAN New York, NY	213	5.5
RIPLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL Ripley, NY	136	5.5
SCHOOL 5 Dunkirk, NY	147	5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of Refuge School

What grades does Our Lady of Refuge School serve?

Our Lady of Refuge School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of Refuge School?

Our Lady of Refuge School has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Refuge School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of Refuge School is 18.5:1. 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 Refuge School rank in NY?

Our Lady of Refuge School ranks #772 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Our Lady of Refuge School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of Refuge School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Lady of Refuge School a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of Refuge School 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 Refuge School a religious school?

Our Lady of Refuge School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

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Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 56 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 192
Gender Split: 43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Bronx County
Phone: (171) 836-7308

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