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GAN ACADEMY

440 CROWN STREET

At a Glance

A tiny faith-based elementary school where every child gets serious one-on-one attention

Best suited for

Families seeking a small, intimate elementary school with highly individualized attention, who are comfortable with a faith-based environment and a racially homogeneous peer group. Particularly appealing if you prioritize low student-teacher ratios over diversity.

What stands out
  • 4:1 student-teacher ratio — extraordinarily intimate by NYC standards
  • Serves pre-K through 5th grade, offering a continuous K-5 experience
  • Affiliated with the Church of God in Christ — a specific and less common religious affiliation in NYC private schools
Things to consider
  • The student body is 100% white — this is an extremely homogeneous community
  • No racial or ethnic diversity to speak of
  • At 84 total students, the school is very small — some families prefer larger peer groups and more extracurricular options
  • As a religious school, faith-based values are part of the culture — make sure that aligns with your family's priorities
  • Private tuition applies
IdentityThe 4:1 Ratio Signals A Philosophy Of Highly Individualized Attention — This Is The Kind Of Place Where Teachers Can Tailor Instruction To Each Child. The Religious Affiliation Suggests Faith-Based Values Are Woven Into The Daily Experience, Though Specifics On Curriculum Aren'T Available.

A tiny private elementary school affiliated with the Church of God in Christ, serving pre-K through 5th grade with an extremely low student-teacher ratio.

CommunityHomogeneous

The student body is 100% white, which makes this one of the least diverse schools you'll find in New York City. The diversity index of 0 is as low as it gets. For families who value socioeconomic and racial diversity in their children's peer group, this is a significant factor.

NeighborhoodCrown Heights (South)

Crown Heights (South) is a densely populated Brooklyn neighborhood with a family density score of 82 out of 100. It's an area with deep Caribbean and African American roots, though this school's enrollment doesn't reflect that surrounding community.

The school sits in a walkable, urban neighborhood with high family density — practical for families living nearby, though you'll want to factor commute time into your decision.

Notable Programs

Judaic studies (Chabad Lubavitch)General studies exceeding NYSED guidelinesMonthly thematic unitsSocial-emotional development programPre-reading and numerical concepts

What Parents Are Saying

Close-knit community atmosphere with low student-teacher ratio (4:1); MySchoolScout rating 6.9/10; ranked #302 out of 991 private schools in NY; limited parent reviews available

Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026

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