Below Average
#969 of 992 private schools in NY
St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy
Elementary School
219 BEACH 129TH ST, Belle Harbor, NY 11694
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#969 of 992
In Belle Harbor
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy
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About St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy
St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Belle Harbor, NY. St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #969 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
St Francis De Sales 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.
Schools in Belle Harbor
No public schools found in Belle Harbor for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
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
219 BEACH 129TH ST, Belle Harbor, NY 11694
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATERSIDE CHILDREN'S STUDIO SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Rockaway Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 236 MILL BASIN (rated 7.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 312 BERGEN BEACH (rated 6.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Belle Harbor, see our Belle Harbor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11694 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,792
Median Home Value
$839,000
Median Rent
$1,787/mo
Population
21,430
College Educated
43.3%
Homeownership
50.5%
Avg Commute
45.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy
What grades does St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy serve?
St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy?
St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy rank in NY?
St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy ranks #969 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, St Francis De Sales 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 Francis De Sales Catholic Academy a religious school?
St Francis De Sales Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (718) 634-2775
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