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#122 of 991 private schools in NY

Top 12% of private schools

The Co-op School

Elementary School

644 GATES AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

122

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Brooklyn

#12 of 173

public schools

New York elementary schools

#46 of 486

About The Co-op School

The Co-op School is a public elementary school located in Brooklyn, New York, at 644 Gates Avenue. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 122 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 7.6:1 with 16 full-time equivalent teachers. The Co-op School focuses on fostering a nurturing environment that supports diverse learning needs, though its academic performance is currently ranked at the 61st percentile in New York State.

The school's setting within a large city offers students access to a variety of cultural and educational resources beyond the classroom walls. Despite having no recent test score data available, The Co-op School continues to prioritize student development and community engagement. Its location in Brooklyn provides a vibrant backdrop for learning and growth, making it an integral part of the local neighborhood.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 122 students, The Co-op School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 7.6:1, The Co-op School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, The Co-op School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$48,943
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$43,619
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.89x — At Risk
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
94%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$16.5M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 122 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Co-op School compares to 449 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
122
This School
vs
483
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 46.7% vs 0%
Black 21.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.1% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
The Co-op School Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
The Co-op School (this school) 7.6
UNITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN 8.3
PS 44 MARCUS GARVEY 6.6
PS 308 CLARA CARDWELL 7.4
EMBER CHARTER SCHOOL 4.7
PS 25 EUBIE BLAKE SCHOOL 8.6
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BED STUY 3 4.7
ACADEMY OF ARTS AND LETTERS 5.8
LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL 6.9
BEDFORD STUYVESANT COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL 4.7
MS 267 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 4.2
BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 13.2 6.8
WHITELAW REID ACADEMY OF ARTS AND BUSINESS 6.4
BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL 7.9
MS 35 STEPHEN DECATUR 5.9
PS 81 THADDEUS STEVENS 5.0
BRIGHTER CHOICE COMMUNITY SCHOOL 4.6
PS 140 7.1
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY BEDFORD STUYVESANT CHARTER SCHOOL 5.7
PS 26 JESSE OWENS 5.0
MADIBA PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL 5.0

Showing 20 of 449 schools. View all schools in Brooklyn

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

Score Breakdown

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)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,182.6
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 67%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 122
View data sources

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 46.7%
Two or More 24.6%
Black 21.3%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

644 GATES AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Co-op School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 25 EUBIE BLAKE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 308 CLARA CARDWELL (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 44 MARCUS GARVEY Brooklyn 0.1 mi 6.6
UNITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn 0.1 mi 8.3
PS 308 CLARA CARDWELL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 7.4
EMBER CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.2 mi 4.7
PS 25 EUBIE BLAKE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 8.6
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-BED STUY 3 Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.7
BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 13.2 Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.8
MT PLEASANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.3 mi
ACADEMY OF ARTS AND LETTERS Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.8
MS 35 STEPHEN DECATUR Brooklyn 0.4 mi 5.9
BROOKLYN BROWNSTONE SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.9
BRIGHTER CHOICE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 4.6
MS 267 MATH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.2
LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.9
BEDFORD STUYVESANT COLLEGIATE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.7
WHITELAW REID ACADEMY OF ARTS AND BUSINESS Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.4
BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF GLOBAL FINANCE (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 6.5
BROOKLYN EMERGING LEADERS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.4 mi 8.5
PS 81 THADDEUS STEVENS Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.0
BEDFORD STUYVESANT NEW BEGINNINGS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,122

Median Home Value

$1,061,400

Median Rent

$2,055/mo

Population

90,750

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

21.7%

Avg Commute

42.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

32.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding The Co-op School has a median household income of $85,122. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,061,400, with a median rent of $2,055/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 43 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
EAST WOODS SCHOOL Oyster Bay, NY 7.6
LOVE OF LEARNING MONTESSORI Centerport, NY 7.6
REMSENBURG-SPEONK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Remsenburg, NY 7.6
THE CHAPEL SCHOOL Bronxville, NY 7.6
BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Albany, NY 7.5
FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing, NY 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Co-op School

What grades does The Co-op School serve?

The Co-op School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend The Co-op School?

The Co-op School has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Co-op School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Co-op School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Co-op School rank in NY?

The Co-op School is ranked #122 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is The Co-op School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Co-op School has a composite rating of 7.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Co-op School a private school?

Yes, The Co-op School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Co-op School a religious school?

No, The Co-op School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
99 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
122
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
162 days
Setting
Large City
County
KINGS
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

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