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#830 of 992 private schools in NY
St Patrick School
Elementary School
MONTAUK HWY, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#830 of 992
In Bay Shore
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Patrick School
Elementary School in Bay Shore · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Patrick School
St Patrick School is a private elementary school in Bay Shore, NY. St Patrick School serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #830 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
St Patrick 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 Patrick School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Bay Shore, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Patrick School (this school) | 5.2 |
| FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| SOUTH COUNTRY SCHOOL | 5.4 |
| BAY SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL | 6.2 |
| HEMLOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.4 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.6 |
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
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
MONTAUK HWY, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Patrick School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BRIDGES ACADEMY (THE) (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby West Islip), which scores notably higher. Another option is BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby West Islip), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bay Shore, see our Bay Shore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAY SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| BAY SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| SOUTH COUNTRY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| BAY SHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| MAUD S SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip | 2.5 mi | 3.6 |
| HEMLOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| BRIDGES ACADEMY (THE) West Islip | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST DIOCESAN HIGH SCHOOL West Islip | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| OQUENOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.8 mi | 3.6 |
| LAUREL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 3.2 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,112
Median Home Value
$464,300
Median Rent
$1,885/mo
Population
68,648
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
74.8%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
37
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACCOMPSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown, NY | 5.2 |
| BAIS YAAKOV CHOFETZ CHAIM OF POMONA Pomona, NY | 5.2 |
| CAMBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cambridge, NY | 5.2 |
| CHIPPEWA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Holtsville, NY | 5.2 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights, NY | 5.2 |
| CONGREGATION YESHIVA OF GREATER MONSEY Spring Valley, NY | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Patrick School
What grades does St Patrick School serve?
St Patrick School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Patrick School?
St Patrick School has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Patrick School rank in NY?
St Patrick School ranks #830 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Patrick School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Patrick School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Patrick School a private school?
Yes, St Patrick 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 Patrick School a religious school?
St Patrick School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 432
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (631) 665-0569
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