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#854 of 992 private schools in NY
St Theresa School
Elementary School
2872 SAINT THERESA AVE, Bronx, NY 10461
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#854 of 992
In Bronx
#47 of 53
public schools
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St Theresa School
Elementary School in Bronx · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Theresa School
St Theresa School is a private elementary school in Bronx, NY. St Theresa School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Theresa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #854 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
St Theresa 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 Theresa School compares to 341 public schools serving similar grades in Bronx, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Theresa School (this school) | 5.1 |
| PS 71 ROSE E SCALA | 6.2 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 | 9.0 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 | 8.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 | 8.6 |
| PS 12 LEWIS AND CLARK SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| PS 14 SENATOR JOHN CALANDRA | 6.2 |
| PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| JHS 144 MICHELANGELO | 6.7 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II | 6.2 |
| PS 108 PHILIP J ABINANTI | 7.3 |
| EQUALITY CHARTER SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| PS 160 WALT DISNEY | 4.9 |
| PS 97 | 4.8 |
| PS/MS 194 | 6.3 |
| JHS 127 CASTLE HILL (THE) | 6.9 |
| LINDEN TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 2 | 8.3 |
| PS/MS 498 VAN NEST ACADEMY | 7.8 |
| PS 83 DONALD HERTZ | 5.8 |
| PS 106 PARKCHESTER | 4.5 |
Showing 20 of 341 schools. View all schools in Bronx
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
2872 SAINT THERESA AVE, Bronx, NY 10461
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Theresa School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREEK AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF NEW YORK Bronx | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 71 ROSE E SCALA Bronx | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| E MONROE NEW RENAISSANCE BASKETBALL Bronx | 0.4 mi | — |
| PS 721 STEPHEN MCSWEENEY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| WESTCHESTER SQUARE ACADEMY Bronx | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PELHAM LAB HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| SCHUYLERVILLE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| BRONX RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 3 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 4 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| ICAHN CHARTER SCHOOL 5 Bronx | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| PS 12 LEWIS AND CLARK SCHOOL Bronx | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| JHS 144 MICHELANGELO Bronx | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BRONX CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BETTER LEARNING II Bronx | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 14 SENATOR JOHN CALANDRA Bronx | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 160 WALT DISNEY Bronx | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,023
Median Home Value
$640,400
Median Rent
$1,741/mo
Population
50,900
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
31.4%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
38.5
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| DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains, NY | 5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Theresa School
What grades does St Theresa School serve?
St Theresa School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Theresa School?
St Theresa School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Theresa School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Theresa School is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Theresa School rank in NY?
St Theresa School ranks #854 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Theresa School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Theresa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Theresa School a private school?
Yes, St Theresa 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 Theresa School a religious school?
St Theresa School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Phone
- (718) 792-3688
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