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St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy

Elementary School

154 BEACH 84TH ST, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693

Private

Enrollment

227

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy

6.3/10

Elementary School in Rockaway Beach · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Current school2024 Review details

PS 183 Dr Richard R Green

3.0/10

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About St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy

St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Rockaway Beach, NY. St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy serves approximately 227 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #497 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.4 pts above NY schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

St Rose of Lima 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

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How St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy compares to the 1 public school in Rockaway Beach, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
This School
vs
10.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
227
This School
vs
421
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
3.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 33.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 26.4% vs 0%
Black 21.6% vs 0%
Asian 7% vs 0%
St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy Rockaway Beach Public Avg

All Schools in Rockaway Beach

School Rating
St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy (this school) 6.3
PS 183 DR RICHARD R GREEN 3.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C 2.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,239
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 75%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 227
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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)

White 33.5%
Hispanic 26.4%
Black 21.6%
Two or More 11.5%
Asian 7.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

154 BEACH 84TH ST, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WATERSIDE CHILDREN'S STUDIO SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rockaway Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS/MS 114 BELLE HARBOR (rated 6.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Rockaway Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 47 CHRIS GALAS (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Broad Channel), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rockaway Beach, see our Rockaway Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 183 DR RICHARD R GREEN Rockaway Beach 0.3 mi 3.0
CHANNEL VIEW SCHOOL FOR RESEARCH Rockaway Park 0.8 mi 5.9
ROCKAWAY PARK HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY Rockaway Park 0.8 mi 6.3
ROCKAWAY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL Rockaway Park 0.8 mi 4.2
NEW VISIONS CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE HUMANITIES IV New York 0.8 mi 6.1
PS/MS 42 R VERNAM Arverne 0.9 mi 4.5
SCHOLARS' ACADEMY Rockaway Park 0.9 mi 7.0
PS 47 CHRIS GALAS Broad Channel 1.5 mi 4.6
WATERSIDE SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP Rockaway Park 1.2 mi 6.4
GOLDIE MAPLE ACADEMY Arverne 1.3 mi 3.7
WATERSIDE CHILDREN'S STUDIO SCHOOL Rockaway Park 1.3 mi 7.9
PS 105 BAY SCHOOL (THE) Far Rockaway 1.6 mi 3.2
ST FRANCIS DE SALES CATHOLIC ACADEMY Belle Harbor 2.2 mi 4.1
YESHIVA MERCAZ HATORAH OF BELLE HARBOR Belle Harbor 2.2 mi 6.5
LIGHTHOUSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Far Rockaway 2.3 mi 1.9
CONGREGATION YMH Far Rockaway 2.5 mi 7.1
PS/MS 114 BELLE HARBOR Rockaway Park 2.5 mi 6.4
CHALLENGE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Far Rockaway 2.6 mi 4.8
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VI HIGH SCHOOL Far Rockaway 2.6 mi 4.7
KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREPARATORY ACADEMY VI Far Rockaway 2.6 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11693 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,829

Median Home Value

$473,200

Median Rent

$1,198/mo

Population

13,066

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

46.1%

Avg Commute

48.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

44.9

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CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Bronx, NY 6.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy

What grades does St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy serve?

St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy?

St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 227 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy rank in NY?

St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy ranks #497 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy a private school?

Yes, St Rose of Lima 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 Rose of Lima Catholic Academy a religious school?

St Rose of Lima Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
83 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
227
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
177 days
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Phone
(718) 474-7079

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