St. Ephrem Catholic Academy

924 74th street Brooklyn, NY 11228
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 295 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,975
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

About the School

  • St. Ephrem Catholic Academy serves 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the Other religious school association(s), the National Association for the Education of Young Children and the Cognia.
  • The student:teacher of St. Ephrem Catholic Academy is 21:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 295 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $4,975
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Ephrem Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

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Attribute
Affordability

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1922
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
295 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniforms

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Discounts for multi-children families.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
5 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Programbell choir
Choir

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Ephrem Catholic Academy cost?
St. Ephrem Catholic Academy's tuition is approximately $4,975 for private students.
What schools are St. Ephrem Catholic Academy often compared to?
St. Ephrem Catholic Academy is often viewed alongside schools like St. Bernadette Catholic Academy by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Ephrem Catholic Academy offer?
St. Ephrem Catholic Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Softball and Swimming.
When is the application deadline for St. Ephrem Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for St. Ephrem Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Ephrem Catholic Academy located?
St. Ephrem Catholic Academy is located in the Dyker Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 3 other private schools located in Dyker Heights.

School Reviews

5  
St. Ephrem CA offers so much starting at the top with the Principal Mr. Mercado who is friendly, engaging and quickly responds to any question and concerns. Amazing teachers and staff. During the pandemic of 2020 the principal and teacher's transitioned the children into remote online learning effortlessly! and as a parent that was comforting to know that your child will still have that quality education. A healthy and safe educational environment for your child is exactly what St. Ephrem has to offer! The building is very warm and welcoming, very clean, bright and airy. So many clubs are offered as well as music and sports just to name a few. The community of parents and children is first class all the way. My child excelled here, loved his teachers and his friends This school offers so much! When searching for a great school don't pay too much attention to the ones that put on the biggest shows.
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The average acceptance rate in Brooklyn, NY is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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