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#755 of 992 private schools in NY
St Helen Catholic Academy
Elementary School
8309 157TH AVE, Howard Beach, NY 11414
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#755 of 992
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St Helen Catholic Academy
Elementary School in Howard Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
PS 232 Lindenwood
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PS 207 Rockwood Park
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About St Helen Catholic Academy
St Helen Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Howard Beach, NY. St Helen Catholic Academy serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Helen Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #755 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
St Helen 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 Helen Catholic Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Howard Beach, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Howard Beach
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Helen Catholic Academy (this school) | 5.5 |
| PS 232 LINDENWOOD | 5.1 |
| PS 207 ROCKWOOD PARK | 5.7 |
| OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL 2 | 2.7 |
| PS 146 HOWARD BEACH | 7.0 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8309 157TH AVE, Howard Beach, NY 11414
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Helen Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 146 HOWARD BEACH (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DIVINE MERCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 65 RAYMOND YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 5.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Ozone Park), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Howard Beach, see our Howard Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,209
Median Home Value
$612,800
Median Rent
$1,991/mo
Population
31,090
College Educated
31.3%
Homeownership
76.6%
Avg Commute
43.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
45.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Helen Catholic Academy
What grades does St Helen Catholic Academy serve?
St Helen Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Helen Catholic Academy?
St Helen Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Helen Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at St Helen Catholic Academy is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Helen Catholic Academy rank in NY?
St Helen Catholic Academy ranks #755 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Helen Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
St Helen 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 Helen Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, St Helen 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 Helen Catholic Academy a religious school?
St Helen Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (718) 835-4155
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