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JEWISH CENTER FOR SPEC EDUC

1760 53 STREET

At a Glance

A tiny, individualized learning environment in the heart of Borough Park

Best suited for

Families seeking a small, highly individualized environment for a child who needs more support than a typical classroom can provide — particularly if the special education focus aligns with your child's needs. The tiny scale is the selling point here, not diversity or typical extracurricular breadth.

What stands out
  • Very small scale — only 122 students total
  • 6:1 student-teacher ratio means significant individual attention
  • Serves pre-K through 5th grade in a combined setting
  • Name indicates special education focus
Things to consider
  • 100% white student body may not reflect the broader NYC diversity
  • Religious affiliation listed (Church of God in Christ) differs from what the school name suggests — worth clarifying directly with the school
  • Very small size means limited extracurricular offerings typical at larger schools
  • Tuition costs for private schools are a significant factor for most families
  • Commute may be a challenge if you don't live nearby
IdentityThe Extremely Low Student-Teacher Ratio Points To A Philosophy Built Around Intensive, Individualized Support — The Kind Of Environment Where Children Who Need More Attention, Different Learning Approaches, Or Specialized Services Can Actually Get Them.

A very small private school serving pre-K through 5th grade, with a 6:1 student-teacher ratio and a name indicating special education services. The religious affiliation is listed as Church of God in Christ, though the name suggests a different community focus.

CommunityHomogeneous

Total enrollment of 122 students across six grade levels creates a genuinely small community. The student body is 100% white, which is notably less diverse than typical NYC schools.

NeighborhoodBorough Park

Borough Park is one of Brooklyn's most family-dense neighborhoods, with a strong sense of community and local identity. It's known for its Orthodox Jewish population, neighborhood restaurants, and busy commercial corridors.

The area is highly walkable with good subway access, though parents should expect to factor commute time into their decision.

Notable Programs

Special Education

What Parents Are Saying

MySchoolScout rating 6.7/10, academic score 5.5/10; described as smaller school with close-knit community and low student-teacher ratio of 6.3:1

Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026

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