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Grades: PK - 12 | 1090 students 
Originally founded in 1845, Packer Collegiate is a coeducational, college preparatory day school enrolling approximately 960 students in Preschool through Grade 12. A dedicated and capable faculty offers a rich and challenging curriculum that supports students� learning and nurtures their social and emotional growth. Packer�s academic program is enriched by an array of Advanced Placement courses as well as a breadth of offerings in the fine and performing arts, world languages and athletics. Extra-curricular activities provide many opportunities for independent study, travel abroad, leadership, and community service. Packer�s historic commitment to diversity is reflected in its student body, and its ongoing support for broad and inclusive programming.
Packer�s collection of landmark buildings benefited from extensive renovations in 2003, which created a dramatically expanded, dynamic campus. A school-wide wireless environment and meaningful curricular integration of technology complement a comprehensive dual-platform laptop program in Grades 5-12.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 |
| Year Founded | 1845 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 1090 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 30% (NY School Avg.: 28%) |
| Students by Grade |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 134 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) |
| Number of AP Courses | 16 courses |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| % on Financial Aid | 23% |
| Admissions Director | Jason Caldwell |
School Notes:
Nearby Schools:
The nearest high school is St. Ann's School (0.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Charles Borromeo School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is St. Charles Borromeo School (0.1 miles away)
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Brooklyn St. Charles Borromeo School
(Roman Catholic)(Roman Catholic)0.1 mi | 180 students | Gr. PK-8
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Brooklyn A Fantis Parochial School
(Greek Orthodox)(Greek Orthodox)0.1 mi | 173 students | Gr. NS-8
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Brooklyn St. Ann's School
Special Program EmphasisSpecial Program Emphasis0.2 mi | 1087 students | Gr. PK-12
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Brooklyn Grace Church School
Early Childhood / Day Cares (Christian)Early Childhood / Day Cares (Christian)0.2 mi | 102 students | Gr. K
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