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The Wellspring Schools

School

9020 191ST ST, Hollis, NY 11423

Private

Enrollment

256

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#492 of 992

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The Wellspring Schools

6.3/10

School in Hollis · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About The Wellspring Schools

The Wellspring Schools is a private school in Hollis, NY. The Wellspring Schools serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Wellspring Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #492 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, The Wellspring Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Wellspring Schools 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 Wellspring Schools compares to the 4 public schools in Hollis, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
256
This School
vs
542
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 85.2% vs 0%
White 10.2% vs 0%
Black 4.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.4% vs 0%
The Wellspring Schools Hollis Public Avg

All Schools in Hollis

School Rating
The Wellspring Schools (this school) 6.3
PS 35 NATHANIEL WOODHULL 6.2
CAMBRIA HEIGHTS ACADEMY 8.3
IS 238 SUSAN B ANTHONY ACADEMY 5.5
PS 134 HOLLIS 5.0

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)
B 5.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 26%
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 256
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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)

Asian 85.2%
White 10.2%
Black 4.3%
Hispanic 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

9020 191ST ST, Hollis, NY 11423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Wellspring Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. CAMBRIA HEIGHTS ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PS 95 EASTWOOD (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUMMIT SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Jamaica), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hollis, see our Hollis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 35 NATHANIEL WOODHULL Hollis 0.0 mi 6.2
CAMBRIA HEIGHTS ACADEMY Hollis 0.1 mi 8.3
IS 238 SUSAN B ANTHONY ACADEMY Hollis 0.5 mi 5.5
SUMMIT SCHOOL Jamaica 0.7 mi 7.5
PS 118 LORRAINE HANSBERRY Saint Albans 0.7 mi 5.2
PS/IS 178 HOLLISWOOD Jamaica 0.9 mi 5.1
PS 95 EASTWOOD Jamaica 0.7 mi 8.1
BELLAIRE SCHOOL (THE) Queens Village 0.8 mi 4.9
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jamaica 0.8 mi 5.4
PS 134 HOLLIS Hollis 0.9 mi 5.0
PS/IS 268 Jamaica 0.9 mi 5.5
THE MARY LOUIS ACADEMY Jamaica 0.9 mi 6.5
PS 360 Saint Albans 1.0 mi 3.8
PS/IS 116 WILLIAM C HUGHLEY Jamaica 1.1 mi 4.9
IS 192 LINDEN (THE) Saint Albans 1.0 mi 5.4
PATHWAYS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Saint Albans 1.0 mi 5.1
UNITED NATIONS INTL SCHOOL Jamaica 1.1 mi 7.3
SUMMIT SCHOOL Fresh Meadows 1.3 mi 6.9
YESHIVA PRIMARY & JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Gardens 1.5 mi 6.3
PS 136 ROY WILKINS Saint Albans 1.4 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,870

Median Home Value

$717,300

Median Rent

$1,706/mo

Population

29,105

College Educated

34.3%

Homeownership

57.4%

Avg Commute

45.7 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

43.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Wellspring Schools

What grades does The Wellspring Schools serve?

The Wellspring Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend The Wellspring Schools?

The Wellspring Schools has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Wellspring Schools?

The student-teacher ratio at The Wellspring Schools is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Wellspring Schools rank in NY?

The Wellspring Schools ranks #492 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Wellspring Schools's MySchoolScout rating?

The Wellspring Schools 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 The Wellspring Schools a private school?

Yes, The Wellspring Schools is a private coeducational school with a Islamic 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 Wellspring Schools a religious school?

The Wellspring Schools has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
93 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
256
Gender Split
46% M / 54% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County

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