At a Glance
A Small Islamic Elementary School in Laurelton With an 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
Best suited for
Families seeking a small, faith-based Islamic elementary education in a quiet residential neighborhood, who value intimate class sizes and are prepared to handle car-dependent commutes. Ideal for parents who want their children to be part of a community reflecting Laurelton's Black heritage.
What stands out
- 11:1 student-teacher ratio — very small classes with significant adult attention
- Islamic faith-based education from pre-K through 5th grade
- Entirely self-contained elementary program in a single building
- 100% Black enrollment reflecting the local community identity
Things to consider
- Private school tuition applies — budget accordingly
- No diversity in the student body — all students are Black
- Limited transit access means you'll need a car
- Very small school means your child will be in a class with multi-age groupings across eight grades
- Low family density in the neighborhood means fewer playmates walking distance
Identity
A small private Islamic elementary school in Laurelton, Queens, serving pre-K through 5th grade with a coed student body.
Community
This is a historically Black community school with 100% Black enrollment. The student body draws from the surrounding Laurelton neighborhood, creating a tight-knit community where families likely know one another.
Neighborhood
Laurelton is a residential neighborhood in southeastern Queens, known for its quiet, tree-lined streets and single-family homes. The area has a moderate safety score (64/100) and lower family density compared to more urban parts of the city. Transit options are limited (22/100), so most families will drive or rely on cars for commutes and errands.
Laurelton is a car-dependent neighborhood. The low transit score means you'll likely need a vehicle for school runs and everyday activities.
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What Parents Are Saying
Mixed reviews - 3.0/5 on GreatSchools (9 reviews), 5.7/10 composite rating on MySchoolScout
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is LINDEN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for LINDEN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Laurelton.
- What grades does LINDEN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?
- LINDEN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into LINDEN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?
- LINDEN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is LINDEN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- LINDEN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is LINDEN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in?
- LINDEN SDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is in Laurelton, Queens.