About the School
- St. Peter Claver School in Jamaica, NY serves 22 udents in grades 5 through 8 within a central city, nonsectarian private school setting.
- The school maintains a udent–teacher ratio of 4:1 with a total of 6 teachers supporting a co–ed program.
- The udent body is 100% students of color, reflecting the diversity of the local Jamaica community.
- Peter Claver School offers a regular elementary and secondary program without a religious affiliation.
- Enrollment size and low udent–teacher ratio position the school as a small, community–focused private middle school option in Jamaica, NY.
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
22 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Peter Claver School?
The application deadline for St. Peter Claver School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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