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#340 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 34% of private schools

Solomon Schechter School of Queens

Elementary School

7616 PARSONS BLVD, Flushing, NY 11366

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

7.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#340 of 992

In Flushing

#4 of 18

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About Solomon Schechter School of Queens

Solomon Schechter School of Queens is a private elementary school in Flushing, NY. Solomon Schechter School of Queens serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Solomon Schechter School of Queens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #340 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.9 pts above NY schools

6.8

This school 6.8 · Average
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 7.5:1 students to teachers, Solomon Schechter School of Queens sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Solomon Schechter School of Queens 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 Solomon Schechter School of Queens compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Flushing, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

7.5:1

This School

13.1:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

358

This School

708

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.8

This School

7.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 99.2% vs 0%

Asian 0.3% vs 0%

Solomon Schechter School of Queens Flushing Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Solomon Schechter School of Queens (this school)	—	358	7.5:1	6.8
IS 250 ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE)	0.1 mi	268	10.3:1	4.7
QUEENS SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (THE)	0.1 mi	589	12:1	5.4
PS 255	0.1 mi	558	4.7:1	6.2
PS 154	0.2 mi	575	13.7:1	6.7
PS 165 EDITH K BERGTRAUM	0.5 mi	640	9.4:1	7.8
PS/MS 200 MAGNET SCHOOL-GLOBAL STUDI	0.5 mi	534	13.7:1	7.4
PS 164 QUEENS VALLEY	0.7 mi	546	12.1:1	5.9
PS 201 DISCOVERY SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND RESEARCH (THE)	0.8 mi	369	11.9:1	6.5
PS 219 PAUL KLAPPER	1.0 mi	611	9.4:1	7.9
PS 173 FRESH MEADOWS	1.1 mi	935	15.1:1	7.2
QUEENS COLLEGE SCHOOL FOR MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (THE)	1.1 mi	551	17.2:1	7.7
PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS	1.1 mi	754	14:1	7.9
JHS 216 GEORGE J RYAN	1.2 mi	1,495	16.8:1	7.9
PS 120	1.7 mi	766	14.2:1	7.5
PS 177	1.8 mi	615	5:1	7.1
IS 237	1.8 mi	1,278	15.2:1	8.1
EAST-WEST SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES	1.8 mi	685	10.1:1	7.7
PS 26 RUFUS KING	1.9 mi	573	16.9:1	6.4
PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON	1.9 mi	1,183	12.5:1	8.3
PS Q4	2.1 mi	539	4.9:1	6.1

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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

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

B+ 7.2 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 8.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,277.5

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 2%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 358

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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 99.2%

Two or More 0.6%

Asian 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7616 PARSONS BLVD, Flushing, NY 11366

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Solomon Schechter School of Queens may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 165 EDITH K BERGTRAUM (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS/MS 200 MAGNET SCHOOL-GLOBAL STUDI (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 154 (rated 6.7/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
IS 250 ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Flushing	0.1 mi	268	4.7
ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing	0.1 mi	564	7.5
QUEENS SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (THE) Flushing	0.1 mi	589	5.4
PS 255 Flushing	0.1 mi	558	6.2
YESHIVA KETANA OF QUEENS Flushing	0.2 mi	415	6.0
AL-MAMOOR SCHOOL Fresh Meadows	0.2 mi	243	6.1
PS 154 Flushing	0.2 mi	575	6.7
ST NICHOLAS-TOLENTINE Jamaica	0.4 mi	278	6.3
ST NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE SCHOOL Jamaica	0.4 mi	278	5.8
MESIVTA CHOFETZ CHAIM Flushing	0.3 mi	114	6.0
QUEENS GATEWAY TO HEALTH SCIENCES SECONDARY SCHOOL Jamaica	0.5 mi	686	7.5
PS 165 EDITH K BERGTRAUM Flushing	0.5 mi	640	7.8
PS/MS 200 MAGNET SCHOOL-GLOBAL STUDI Flushing	0.5 mi	534	7.4
SHEVACH HIGH SCHOOL Flushing	0.5 mi	213	4.9
NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing	0.5 mi	105	6.1
YESHIVA OF CENTRAL QUEENS Flushing	0.6 mi	904	6.5
PHYLLIS L SUSSER SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN I Flushing	0.6 mi	80	8.1
MIDRASH L'MAN ACHAI Flushing	0.6 mi	37	6.2
PS 201 DISCOVERY SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND RESEARCH (THE) Flushing	0.8 mi	369	6.5
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL II Jamaica	0.8 mi	775	2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11366 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,402

Median Home Value

$950,200

Median Rent

$2,101/mo

Population

12,967

College Educated

52%

Homeownership

68.1%

Avg Commute

46.1 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

42.5

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APALACHIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apalachin, NY	376	6.8
DUANESBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delanson, NY	363	6.8
EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach, NY	335	6.8
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Solomon Schechter School of Queens

What grades does Solomon Schechter School of Queens serve?

Solomon Schechter School of Queens serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Solomon Schechter School of Queens?

Solomon Schechter School of Queens has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Solomon Schechter School of Queens?

The student-teacher ratio at Solomon Schechter School of Queens is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Solomon Schechter School of Queens rank in NY?

Solomon Schechter School of Queens ranks #340 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Solomon Schechter School of Queens's MySchoolScout rating?

Solomon Schechter School of Queens has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Solomon Schechter School of Queens a private school?

Yes, Solomon Schechter School of Queens is a private coeducational school with a Jewish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Solomon Schechter School of Queens a religious school?

Solomon Schechter School of Queens has a Jewish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 74 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 77 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 358
Gender Split: 51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 48
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Jewish
School Day: 7.3 hours
Days Per Year: 175 days
Setting: Large City
County: Queens County
Phone: (718) 591-9800

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