Allen Christian School
African Methodist Episcopal school · Grades Pre-K–1
Jamaica, NY
11432 Merrick Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11434
Overall grade: A
ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.
- AClass size
- B+Years serving families
What stands out
- The only Christian school in Jamaica
- Smaller classes than 77% of Christian schools in New York
In Jamaica, New York, Allen Christian School is an African Methodist Episcopal private school for students from pre-K through 1st grade. About 16 students attend, with roughly 5 students per teacher, smaller classes than 77% of Christian elementary schools in New York. The school day runs about 8 hours, 180 days a year.
At a glance
- Grades
- Grades Pre-K–1
- Students
- 16
- Teachers
- 3 (full-time equivalent)
- Students per teacher
- 5.3
- Boys and girls
- Coed · 11 girls, 5 boys
- Religious affiliation
- African Methodist Episcopal
- School day
- About 8 hours
- School year
- 180 days
- Library
- Yes
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How it compares
- Smaller classes than 77% of Christian elementary schools in New York (5 students per teacher).
- A smaller school: fewer students than 86% of Christian elementary schools in New York.
- Compared with 81 Christian elementary schools in New York.
Students by survey year
Total students reported in official records since 2011–12.
Students by grade
Student body
Questions to ask on a tour
- What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
- Do you offer financial aid, sibling discounts or payment plans?
- Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
- How big are classes in my child's grade?
- What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
- Is the school accredited, and by whom?
- What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
- How does the school communicate with families?
Questions about Allen Christian School
What grades does Allen Christian School serve?
Allen Christian School serves grades Pre-K–1.
How many students attend Allen Christian School?
About 16 students, with 5 students per teacher, according to official records.
How much is tuition at Allen Christian School?
Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans.
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