Under The Learning Tree

Under The Learning Tree is a Christian–affiliated private school in Brooklyn, NY serving co–ed students from kindergarten through grade 7 in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens neighborhood.
The school enrolls 18 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 3 teachers, offering small class sizes in a city community setting.
The student body is 100% students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% of private schools in New York state for student diversity.
Under The Learning Tree holds membership in the National Association for the Education of Young Children, emphasizing early and elementary education with a special program focus.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Kindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Under The Learning Tree ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7

Student Body

Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Under The Learning Tree?
The application deadline for Under The Learning Tree is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Under The Learning Tree located?
Under The Learning Tree is located in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other private schools located in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Kindergarten-7
  • Enrollment: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Brooklyn, NY is $23,010 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).

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