HOLY CHILD JESUS CATHOLIC ACADEMY

Catholic or faith-oriented households in or near Richmond Hill who want an affordable, community-connected elementary education and value cultural familiarity over a small, highly individualized setting.

• Tuition in the $4,000–$5,999 range makes it one of the more affordable private options in the borough for families seeking a faith-based education.
• Spanish is offered as a foreign language alongside art, music, physical education, and computer classes, giving elementary students exposure beyond core academics.
• Accreditation through the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) signals adherence to recognized Catholic-school standards.
• The student body closely mirrors the surrounding Richmond Hill community, creating a culturally familiar environment for local families.
• A direct 3-minute walk to the J train at 111 St makes the daily commute unusually simple for a New York private school.

• The 21.6-to-1 student-teacher ratio is higher than what you'd find at most Manhattan private schools, meaning classrooms are larger and teachers more stretched.
• The school only goes through fifth grade, so families will need to navigate the middle-school search by sixth grade.
• As a Catholic school, daily religion instruction, sacramental preparation, and a faith-aligned culture are part of the package — families should consider whether that fits their household.
• Parent reviews are generally positive on teachers and community, but some flag the depth of the Spanish program and the quality of school meals as weaker spots.