Bay Ridge Catholic Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Bay Ridge Catholic Academy in Brooklyn, NY serves co–ed students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade with a total enrollment of 404 in a city–based setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 18:1 supported by 22 teaching staff members.
Bay Ridge Catholic Academy is affiliated with the Catholic Church and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Approximately 31% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.
The academy is located in the Bay Ridge neighborhood, offering a Catholic elementary and middle school program within Brooklyn's urban community.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 404 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Bay Ridge Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Bay Ridge Catholic Academy
Pre-K	41
Kind	38
1	32
2	38
3	37
4	38
5	68
6	36
7	21
8	55

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Grade 5 enrollment peaks at 68 and is the largest class at Bay Ridge Catholic Academy, well above Grade 7’s 21 students.

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Student Body

Total Students

404 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

31%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

22 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National avg.: 11:1

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

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Bay Ridge Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Bay Ridge Catholic Academy?

The application deadline for Bay Ridge Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Bay Ridge Catholic Academy located?

Bay Ridge Catholic Academy is located in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other private schools located in Bay Ridge.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Brooklyn, NY is $23,416 for elementary schools and $25,351 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Brooklyn, NY is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).