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Theresa Paplin School

School

8570 148TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11435

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

UG – UG

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

4:1

Score

6.6

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#403 of 992

In Jamaica

#3 of 9

public schools

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About Theresa Paplin School

Theresa Paplin School is a private school in Jamaica, NY. Theresa Paplin School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Theresa Paplin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #403 of 992 private schools in NY.

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6.6

This school 6.6 · Average
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 40 students, Theresa Paplin School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4:1 students to teachers, Theresa Paplin School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Theresa Paplin 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

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How Theresa Paplin School compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Jamaica, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

This School

13.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

609

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.6

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 47.5% vs 0%

Hispanic 37.5% vs 0%

White 10% vs 0%

Asian 5% vs 0%

Theresa Paplin School Jamaica Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Theresa Paplin School (this school)	—	40	4:1	6.6
JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK	0.1 mi	1,273	14.6:1	5.3
PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL	0.1 mi	767	14.5:1	6.1
PS 82 HAMMOND	0.3 mi	613	12.8:1	4.8
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL II	0.3 mi	775	8.8:1	2.6
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS	0.4 mi	536	14.5:1	8.5
PS 86	0.4 mi	685	17.1:1	7.0
PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH	0.5 mi	740	12.3:1	7.4
HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL	0.5 mi	2,333	15.1:1	6.0
QUEENS SATELLITE HIGH SCHOOL FOR OPPORTUNITY	0.6 mi	162	16.2:1	6.2
MS 358	0.7 mi	354	16.1:1	7.3
QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE)	0.7 mi	599	15.8:1	3.2
QUEENS GATEWAY TO HEALTH SCIENCES SECONDARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	686	13.7:1	7.5
HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP	0.8 mi	495	16.5:1	8.2
HILLSIDE ARTS & LETTERS ACADEMY	0.8 mi	432	14.4:1	7.8
JAMAICA GATEWAY TO THE SCIENCES	0.8 mi	521	14.9:1	7.0
QUEENS COLLEGIATE - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL	0.8 mi	686	14:1	6.3
THOMAS A EDISON CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL	0.8 mi	2,197	16.9:1	7.8
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE	0.9 mi	498	17.8:1	8.7
PS 50 TALFOURD LAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.0 mi	904	11.7:1	6.3
PS 131 ABIGAIL ADAMS	1.1 mi	757	15.8:1	7.0

Showing 20 of 48 schools. View all schools in Jamaica

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

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 4:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.8 / 10

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School Day Length 5.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 990

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 62%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 2.6 / 10

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Enrollment 40

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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)

Black 47.5%

Hispanic 37.5%

White 10.0%

Asian 5.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8570 148TH ST, Jamaica, NY 11435

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Theresa Paplin School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, in nearby Briarwood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AL-MAMOOR SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Fresh Meadows), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Briarwood	0.0 mi	40	6.6
JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK Jamaica	0.1 mi	1,273	5.3
PS 117 J KELD/BRIARWOOD SCHOOL Jamaica	0.1 mi	767	6.1
PS 82 HAMMOND Jamaica	0.3 mi	613	4.8
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL II Jamaica	0.3 mi	775	2.6
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS Jamaica	0.4 mi	536	8.5
PS 86 Jamaica	0.4 mi	685	7.0
PS 182 SAMANTHA SMITH Jamaica	0.5 mi	740	7.4
TIEGERMAN HIGH SCHOOL Richmond Hill	0.5 mi	154	8.0
AL-IMAN SCHOOL Jamaica	0.6 mi	36	6.3
ARCHBISHOP MOLLOY HIGH SCHOOL Briarwood	0.5 mi	1,506	4.2
HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica	0.5 mi	2,333	6.0
YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM Richmond Hill	0.5 mi	251	7.0
ST NICHOLAS-TOLENTINE Jamaica	0.7 mi	278	6.3
ST NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE SCHOOL Jamaica	0.7 mi	278	5.8
QUEENS GATEWAY TO HEALTH SCIENCES SECONDARY SCHOOL Jamaica	0.7 mi	686	7.5
QUEENS SATELLITE HIGH SCHOOL FOR OPPORTUNITY Jamaica	0.6 mi	162	6.2
AL-MAMOOR SCHOOL Fresh Meadows	0.9 mi	243	6.1
MS 358 Jamaica	0.7 mi	354	7.3
QUEENS SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND EXCELLENCE (THE) Jamaica	0.7 mi	599	3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,430

Median Home Value

$550,300

Median Rent

$1,820/mo

Population

58,424

College Educated

32.4%

Homeownership

35.5%

Avg Commute

46.5 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
THERESA PAPLIN SCHOOL Briarwood, NY	40	6.6
GARVEY SCHOOL Bronx, NY	38	6.5
YESHIVA BONIM LAMOKOM Brooklyn, NY	40	6.5
COVENANT LOVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Freeville, NY	54	6.7
HADRAN ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY	50	6.7
SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing, NY	46	6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Theresa Paplin School

What grades does Theresa Paplin School serve?

Theresa Paplin School serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Theresa Paplin School?

Theresa Paplin School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Theresa Paplin School?

The student-teacher ratio at Theresa Paplin School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Theresa Paplin School rank in NY?

Theresa Paplin School ranks #403 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Theresa Paplin School's MySchoolScout rating?

Theresa Paplin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Theresa Paplin School a private school?

Yes, Theresa Paplin 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 Theresa Paplin School a religious school?

No, Theresa Paplin School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 85 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 41 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: UG – UG
Enrollment: 40
Gender Split: 65% M / 35% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 5.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Queens County
Phone: (718) 674-8929

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