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CONG MACHNA SHALVA V

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At a Glance

A Small All-Boys Religious Elementary School in Midwood

Best suited for

Families specifically seeking an all-boys elementary school with religious values who prioritize a small community feel and are comfortable with a homogeneously White student body. Best if you live in or near Midwood and want to avoid a long commute.

What stands out
  • All-boys elementary school — relatively rare in NYC
  • Small enrollment (302 students) creates intimate class sizes
  • Religious affiliation with Church of God in Christ
  • Grades pre-K through 5th grade in one building
Things to consider
  • Zero diversity — your son will not have classmates from different racial or cultural backgrounds, which may limit exposure to diverse perspectives
  • All-boys environment means no coeducational social experience during formative elementary years
  • Lower safety score (58/100) compared to many Brooklyn neighborhoods
  • Commute may be challenging if you don’t live nearby — Midwood is not particularly transit-friendly
  • Religious affiliation may come with expectations around faith participation
IdentityThe Religious Affiliation Suggests Values-Based Education With Spiritual Development Integrated Into The Curriculum. As An All-Boys School, The Environment Is Designed Around The Specific Learning And Social Needs Of Boys At The Elementary Level, Though Details Of Their Approach To Single-Gender Education Are Not Publicly Elaborated.

An all-boys elementary school with a Church of God in Christ religious affiliation, serving roughly 300 students from pre-K through 5th grade.

CommunityHomogeneous

This school has zero racial diversity — 100% of students are White, with no representation from Asian, Black, Hispanic, or other racial communities. This is among the least diverse student bodies you’ll find in New York City private schools.

NeighborhoodMapleton-Midwood (West)

Mapleton-Midwood (West) is a residential Brooklyn neighborhood with high family density (91/100), meaning lots of young families around. The safety score (58/100) is below average, and transit access (61/100) is moderate — you’ll likely need a car or rely on bus/subway combos for the commute.

Midwood is more of a car-dependent neighborhood for most families. If you’re coming from elsewhere in Brooklyn, factor in a realistic commute time.

Frequently Asked Questions
Is CONG MACHNA SHALVA V a good school?
Published quality ratings aren't available for CONG MACHNA SHALVA V yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Mapleton-Midwood (West).
What grades does CONG MACHNA SHALVA V serve?
CONG MACHNA SHALVA V serves grades Pre-K to 5.
How do students get into CONG MACHNA SHALVA V?
CONG MACHNA SHALVA V runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
Is CONG MACHNA SHALVA V public, charter, or private?
CONG MACHNA SHALVA V is a private school.
What neighborhood is CONG MACHNA SHALVA V in?
CONG MACHNA SHALVA V is in Mapleton-Midwood (West), Brooklyn.
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