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#410 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 41% of private schools

The Mary Louis Academy

High School

17621 WEXFORD TER, Jamaica, NY 11432

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#410 of 992

In Jamaica

#4 of 9

public schools

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About The Mary Louis Academy

The Mary Louis Academy is a private high school in Jamaica, NY. The Mary Louis Academy serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Mary Louis Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #410 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.5 pts below NY schools

6.5

This school 6.5 · Average
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

The Mary Louis 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 The Mary Louis Academy compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Jamaica, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.1:1

This School

14:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

570

This School

695

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.5

This School

7.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 45.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 23% vs 0%

Black 13.5% vs 0%

Asian 7.7% vs 0%

The Mary Louis Academy Jamaica Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Mary Louis Academy (this school)	—	570	11.1:1	6.5
HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP	0.6 mi	495	16.5:1	8.2
HILLSIDE ARTS & LETTERS ACADEMY	0.6 mi	432	14.4:1	7.8
JAMAICA GATEWAY TO THE SCIENCES	0.6 mi	521	14.9:1	7.0
QUEENS COLLEGIATE - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL	0.6 mi	686	14:1	6.3
THOMAS A EDISON CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL	0.7 mi	2,197	16.9:1	7.8
QUEENS SATELLITE HIGH SCHOOL FOR OPPORTUNITY	0.8 mi	162	16.2:1	6.2
HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL	0.9 mi	2,333	15.1:1	6.0
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS	1.0 mi	536	14.5:1	8.5
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE	1.1 mi	498	17.8:1	8.7
QUEENS GATEWAY TO HEALTH SCIENCES SECONDARY SCHOOL	1.1 mi	686	13.7:1	7.5
YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY	1.1 mi	611	20.4:1	6.3
EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN III	1.6 mi	479	11.1:1	8.0
HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY	1.9 mi	541	12.3:1	6.3
QUEENS TRANSITION CENTER	2.2 mi	414	5.5:1	3.6
AUGUST MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL	2.7 mi	584	12.4:1	7.7
VOYAGES PREP-SOUTH QUEENS	2.7 mi	218	10.4:1	7.5
NEW VISIONS CHTR HS-ADV MA/SCI IV	2.7 mi	426	11.2:1	6.8

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

B- 5.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.1:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.1 / 10

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School Day Length 6.6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,188

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 71%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.6 / 10

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Enrollment 570

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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 45.3%

Hispanic 23.0%

Black 13.5%

Two or More 9.3%

Asian 7.7%

Pacific Islander 0.7%

Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

17621 WEXFORD TER, Jamaica, NY 11432

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Mary Louis Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CAMBRIA HEIGHTS ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Hollis), which scores notably higher. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HILLSIDE ARTS & LETTERS ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jamaica	0.2 mi	290	5.4
PS 95 EASTWOOD Jamaica	0.2 mi	1,091	8.1
UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL Jamaica	0.3 mi	104	7.3
PS/IS 268 Jamaica	0.4 mi	660	5.5
IS 238 SUSAN B ANTHONY ACADEMY Hollis	0.4 mi	894	5.5
PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS Jamaica	0.5 mi	757	7.0
RISING STARS ISLAMIC SCHOOL Jamaica	0.5 mi	101	5.7
QUEENS COLLEGIATE - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Jamaica	0.6 mi	686	6.3
HILLSIDE ARTS & LETTERS ACADEMY Jamaica	0.6 mi	432	7.8
HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP Jamaica	0.6 mi	495	8.2
JAMAICA GATEWAY TO THE SCIENCES Jamaica	0.6 mi	521	7.0
SUMMIT SCHOOL Jamaica	0.8 mi	149	7.5
THOMAS A EDISON CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica	0.7 mi	2,197	7.8
MS 358 Jamaica	0.7 mi	354	7.3
QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE) Jamaica	0.7 mi	599	3.2
PS/IS 116 WILLIAM C HUGHLEY Jamaica	0.9 mi	843	4.9
QUEENS SATELLITE HIGH SCHOOL FOR OPPORTUNITY Jamaica	0.8 mi	162	6.2
SUMMIT SCHOOL Fresh Meadows	1.0 mi	101	6.9
PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD Jamaica	0.9 mi	528	5.1
CAMBRIA HEIGHTS ACADEMY Hollis	0.8 mi	362	8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,395

Median Home Value

$826,100

Median Rent

$1,841/mo

Population

63,730

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

37%

Avg Commute

43.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

39.6

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY II HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY	384	6.5
CHESTER ACADEMY-MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Chester, NY	536	6.5
EDEN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Eden, NY	677	6.5
EMERSON SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY Buffalo, NY	371	6.5
HEALTH ARTS ROBOTICS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL Cambria Heights, NY	572	6.5
HIGH SCHOOL OF ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY New York, NY	416	6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Mary Louis Academy

What grades does The Mary Louis Academy serve?

The Mary Louis Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend The Mary Louis Academy?

The Mary Louis Academy has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Mary Louis Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at The Mary Louis Academy is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Mary Louis Academy rank in NY?

The Mary Louis Academy ranks #410 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Mary Louis Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

The Mary Louis Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Mary Louis Academy a private school?

Yes, The Mary Louis Academy is a private all-girls 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 The Mary Louis Academy a religious school?

The Mary Louis Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 35 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 570
Gender Split: 0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.1:1
Teachers (FTE): 52
Type: private
Coed Status: all-girls
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Queens County
Phone: (718) 297-2120

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