Below Average
#912 of 992 private schools in NY
South Bay JR Academy of Sda
Elementary School
150 FIRE ISLAND AVE, Babylon, NY 11702
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#912 of 992
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South Bay JR Academy of Sda
Elementary School in Babylon · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Bay JR Academy of Sda
South Bay JR Academy of Sda is a private elementary school in Babylon, NY. South Bay JR Academy of Sda serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. South Bay JR Academy of Sda has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #912 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, South Bay JR Academy of Sda 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.
South Bay JR Academy of Sda 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 South Bay JR Academy of Sda compares to the 3 public schools in Babylon, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Babylon
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Bay JR Academy of Sda (this school) | 4.8 |
| BABYLON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| BABYLON ELEMENTARY 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
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.
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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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
150 FIRE ISLAND AVE, Babylon, NY 11702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Bay JR Academy of Sda may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTH BAY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby West Babylon), which scores notably higher. Another option is BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Babylon, see our Babylon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,711
Median Home Value
$598,600
Median Rent
$2,369/mo
Population
14,002
College Educated
53.3%
Homeownership
83.3%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
46.5
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| EDINBURG COMMON SCHOOL Edinburg, NY | 4.8 |
| ELMWOOD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL White Plains, NY | 4.8 |
| STEPPING STONE OF SOUTHEASTERN QUEEN SCHOOL Cambria Heights, NY | 4.8 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Batavia, NY | 4.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Bay JR Academy of Sda
What grades does South Bay JR Academy of Sda serve?
South Bay JR Academy of Sda serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend South Bay JR Academy of Sda?
South Bay JR Academy of Sda has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Bay JR Academy of Sda?
The student-teacher ratio at South Bay JR Academy of Sda is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does South Bay JR Academy of Sda rank in NY?
South Bay JR Academy of Sda ranks #912 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is South Bay JR Academy of Sda's MySchoolScout rating?
South Bay JR Academy of Sda has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is South Bay JR Academy of Sda a private school?
Yes, South Bay JR Academy of Sda is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is South Bay JR Academy of Sda a religious school?
South Bay JR Academy of Sda has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (718) 751-5112
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