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#769 of 992 private schools in NY
St Ephrem Catholic Academy
Elementary School
924 74TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11228
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#769 of 992
In Brooklyn
#124 of 173
public schools
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St Ephrem Catholic Academy
Elementary School in Brooklyn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Jhs 259 William Mckinley
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PS 127 Mckinley Park
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About St Ephrem Catholic Academy
St Ephrem Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Brooklyn, NY. St Ephrem Catholic Academy serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ephrem Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #769 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
St Ephrem 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
BetaHow St Ephrem Catholic Academy compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Ephrem Catholic Academy (this school) | 5.5 |
| JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY | 8.3 |
| PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK | 8.6 |
| RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| MADELEINE BRENNAN SCHOOL (THE) | 8.2 |
| PS 176 OVINGTON | 7.2 |
| PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL | 9.0 |
| SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) | 9.2 |
| CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187 | 8.3 |
| PS/IS 30 MARY WHITE OVINGTON | 6.1 |
| PS 105 BLYTHEBOURNE (THE) | 8.4 |
| PS 264 BAY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS | 8.5 |
| PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK | 7.1 |
| PS/IS 104 FORT HAMILTON SCHOOL (THE) | 7.0 |
| PS 204 VINCE LOMBARDI | 7.4 |
| PS 102 BAYVIEW (THE) | 7.5 |
| PS 185 WALTER KASSENBROCK | 7.7 |
| SCHOOL OF MATH SCIENCE AND HEALTHY LIVING | 7.4 |
| PS 229 DYKER | 7.1 |
| JHS 227 EDWARD B SHALLOW | 7.8 |
| PS 160 WILLIAM T SAMPSON | 9.1 |
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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
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
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
924 74TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11228
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Ephrem Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,737
Median Home Value
$1,131,700
Median Rent
$1,828/mo
Population
42,325
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
54.7%
Avg Commute
41.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Ephrem Catholic Academy
What grades does St Ephrem Catholic Academy serve?
St Ephrem Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Ephrem Catholic Academy?
St Ephrem Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ephrem Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Ephrem Catholic Academy is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Ephrem Catholic Academy rank in NY?
St Ephrem Catholic Academy ranks #769 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Ephrem Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Ephrem Catholic Academy 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 St Ephrem Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, St Ephrem 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 St Ephrem Catholic Academy a religious school?
St Ephrem Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (718) 833-1440
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