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#554 of 992 private schools in NY
St Lukes School
Elementary School
1601 150TH PL, Whitestone, NY 11357
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#554 of 992
In Whitestone
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Lukes School
Elementary School in Whitestone · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Jhs 194 William Carr
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PS 193 Alfred J Kennedy
0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About St Lukes School
St Lukes School is a private elementary school in Whitestone, NY. St Lukes School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Lukes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
St Lukes School 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 Lukes School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Whitestone, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Lukes School (this school) | 6.1 |
| JHS 194 WILLIAM CARR | 7.1 |
| PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS | 8.3 |
| PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY | 7.9 |
| PS 184 FLUSHING MANOR | 7.6 |
| PS 209 CLEARVIEW GARDENS | 7.8 |
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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1601 150TH PL, Whitestone, NY 11357
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Lukes School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CIRCLE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Flushing), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Whitestone, see our Whitestone schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JHS 194 WILLIAM CARR Whitestone | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY Whitestone | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS Whitestone | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MEL CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 184 FLUSHING MANOR Whitestone | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 209 CLEARVIEW GARDENS Whitestone | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| CIRCLE ACADEMY Whitestone | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| THE LOWELL SCHOOL Whitestone | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| ST ANDREW AVELLINO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 22 THOMAS JEFFERSON Flushing | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 214 CADWALLADER COLDEN Flushing | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 32 STATE STREET Flushing | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES Flushing | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Flushing | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD Flushing | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11357 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,754
Median Home Value
$920,200
Median Rent
$2,228/mo
Population
42,341
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
48.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 6.1 |
| BERLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berlin, NY | 6.1 |
| BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY | 6.1 |
| BUILD COMMUNITY SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.1 |
| DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lynbrook, NY | 6.1 |
| EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II New York, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Lukes School
What grades does St Lukes School serve?
St Lukes School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Lukes School?
St Lukes School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Lukes School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Lukes School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Lukes School rank in NY?
St Lukes School ranks #554 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Lukes School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Lukes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Lukes School a private school?
Yes, St Lukes School 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 Lukes School a religious school?
St Lukes School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (718) 746-3833
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