Cortelyou Early Childhood Center (2026 Profile)

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About the School

Cortelyou Early Childhood Center in Brooklyn, NY offers co–ed early learning programs from pre–kindergarten through 4th grade in a nonsectarian, city–based setting.
Founded in 1983, the school enrolls 133 students with a student–teacher ratio of 22:15.
The school has a diverse student body with 98.65% students of color, reflecting the Flatbush neighborhood demographics.
Approximately 80% of teachers hold advanced degrees, supporting instructional quality in this Brooklyn preschool and elementary program.
Admissions are rolling, and the school offers summer programs in addition to the regular academic year.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Prekindergarten-4
Enrollment: 133 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-4

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cortelyou Early Childhood Center
Nursery	18
Pre-K	24
Kind	14
1	20
2	18
3	15
4	9
5	15

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Year Founded

1983

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

133 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

99%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

22:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform is required

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

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When is the application deadline for Cortelyou Early Childhood Center?

The application deadline for Cortelyou Early Childhood Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Cortelyou Early Childhood Center located?

Cortelyou Early Childhood Center is located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 5 other private schools located in Flatbush.

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The average private school tuition in Brooklyn, NY is $23,059 for elementary schools and $25,159 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Brooklyn, NY is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).