Sister Clara Muhammad Schools serve a predominantly African-American Muslim population although children of all religions and ethnic groups are welcomed to attend.
Parents, teachers and students are encouraged to contribute to the staffing and maintenance of the schools and to improve the communities in which they exist.
Today, There are numerous Clara Mohammad Schools in the continental United States, plus one in Bermuda.
Each of the more than 38 schools nationwide is independently governed and administered, although the curriculum development is centralized.
Clara Muhammad School of Masjid Khalifah is recognized by The New York State Board of Education.
CMS of Masjid Khalifah is listed among the NYS non-public schools and NY Community School District #13 in Brooklyn.
CMS of Masjid Khalifah is a member of the Board of Education in association with The Mosque Cares.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Clara Muhammad School Of Masjid Khalifah ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: ACHIEVING MORAL & EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
- Sister Clara Muhammad Schools serve a predominantly African-American Muslim population although children of all religions and ethnic groups are welcomed to attend.
- Parents, teachers and students are encouraged to contribute to the staffing and maintenance of the schools and to improve the communities in which they exist.
- Today, There are numerous Clara Mohammad Schools in the continental United States, plus one in Bermuda.
- Each of the more than 38 schools nationwide is independently governed and administered, although the curriculum development is centralized.
- Clara Muhammad School of Masjid Khalifah is recognized by The New York State Board of Education.
- CMS of Masjid Khalifah is listed among the NYS non-public schools and NY Community School District #13 in Brooklyn.
- CMS of Masjid Khalifah is a member of the Board of Education in association with The Mosque Cares.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Clara Muhammad School Of Masjid Khalifah often compared to?
Clara Muhammad School Of Masjid Khalifah is often viewed alongside schools like Al Madrasa Al Islamiya by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Clara Muhammad School Of Masjid Khalifah?
The application deadline for Clara Muhammad School Of Masjid Khalifah is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Clara Muhammad School Of Masjid Khalifah located?
Clara Muhammad School Of Masjid Khalifah is located in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 9 other private schools located in Bedford Stuyvesant.
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