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#694 of 992 private schools in NY

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy

Elementary School

7933 258TH ST, Floral Park, NY 11004

Private

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#694 of 992

In Floral Park

#2 of 2

public schools

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Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy

5.7/10

Elementary School in Floral Park · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Irwin Altman Middle School 172

7.0/10

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8.1/10

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About Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Floral Park, NY. Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #694 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic 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

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How Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Floral Park, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
This School
vs
13.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
308
This School
vs
866
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 73.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.7% vs 0%
Asian 3.9% vs 0%
Black 1% vs 0%
Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy Floral Park Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy (this school) 5.7
JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) 8.1
IRWIN ALTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 172 7.0
PS 191 MAYFLOWER 6.3
PS 993 3.6
JOHN LEWIS CHILDS SCHOOL 8.0
FLORAL PARK-BELLEROSE SCHOOL 7.4
FLORAL PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL 8.5
SEWANHAKA HIGH SCHOOL 7.6

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
? 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 14:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 32%
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 308
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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 73.4%
Native American 10.1%
Hispanic 9.7%
Asian 3.9%
Two or More 1.6%
Black 1.0%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7933 258TH ST, Floral Park, NY 11004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JOHN LEWIS CHILDS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 18 WINCHESTER (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Queens Village), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Floral Park, see our Floral Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
IRWIN ALTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 172 Floral Park 0.3 mi 7.0
JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) Floral Park 0.2 mi 8.1
PS 186 CASTLEWOOD Bellerose 0.5 mi 6.5
PS 224 Bellerose 0.5 mi 5.1
PS 191 MAYFLOWER Floral Park 0.8 mi 6.3
PS 993 Floral Park 0.8 mi 3.6
YESHIVA HAR TORAH Bellerose 0.7 mi 4.5
NEW YORK CITY CHILDREN'S CENTER Bellerose 0.7 mi
PS 23 AT QUEENS CHILDREN CENTER Bellerose 0.7 mi 3.4
PS 133 Bellerose 1.0 mi 6.1
PS/IS 208 Bellerose 0.8 mi 6.1
PS/IS 266 Bellerose 0.8 mi 5.7
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES Bellerose 0.8 mi 8.4
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park 0.9 mi 5.0
COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Great Neck 1.2 mi
PS Q811 Little Neck 1.1 mi 3.9
JOHN LEWIS CHILDS SCHOOL Floral Park 1.4 mi 8.0
GREAT NECK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck 1.4 mi 9.0
PS 221 NORTH HILLS SCHOOL (THE) Little Neck 1.3 mi 6.6
PS 18 WINCHESTER Queens Village 1.4 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,865

Median Home Value

$661,900

Median Rent

$1,967/mo

Population

14,296

College Educated

44%

Homeownership

69.5%

Avg Commute

39.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

48.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy

What grades does Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy serve?

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy?

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy is 14:1. 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 the Snows Catholic Academy rank in NY?

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy ranks #694 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 the Snows Catholic Academy a private school?

Yes, Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy 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 the Snows Catholic Academy a religious school?

Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
86 Very Walkable
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
308
Gender Split
66% M / 34% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County

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