Founded in 1960, Concord Baptist Elementary School embraces all children and families in our neighborhood.
You need not be a member of Concord Church! If you are looking for a parochial school alternative for your child's education, we are the school for you.
Concord Church is committed to ensuring quality, affordable educational alternatives in our neighborhood and it is for this reason that our tuition is still among the lowest of parochial schools in the area.
Many of our children get lost in large, overcrowded schools.
The Concord Baptist Elementary School is a safe space for children to learn and grow! While intellectual and spiritual growth are foundational to every child's healthy development, we also believe in nurturing the whole child.
The principles of social responsibility and leadership are emphasized. CBES counts among its graduates a wonderful generation of leaders people who are not only doing well, but are also making a difference in their communities.
Our graduates are lawyers, caterers, teachers, musicians, medical professionals and ministers.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Concord Baptist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1847
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 40%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Concord Baptist Elementary School's ranking?
Concord Baptist Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Concord Baptist Elementary School?
The application deadline for Concord Baptist Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Concord Baptist Elementary School located?
Concord Baptist Elementary School is located in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 9 other private schools located in Bedford Stuyvesant.
School Reviews
5 12/9/2022
I'm a graduate of Concord probably in the third class thank you Dr. Taylor and Mrs. Taylor for the Education you provided to me and classmates. I'm 56 years old and the experience back then made me the man I am now. Thanks, Herschel McAdoo My Brother graduated there my cousin also.
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