At a Glance
A Small Catholic Elementary School in Brooklyn Heights Where Faith Meets Community
Families seeking a faith-based Catholic education in Brooklyn Heights who value a small-school community, want meaningful diversity for their children, and appreciate the neighborhood's family-oriented atmosphere. Particularly well-suited for parents who want their elementary-age children to experience religious values formation while being part of a community that reflects Brooklyn's diversity.
- Roman Catholic identity with daily faith formation in a neighborhood where Catholic schools are less common than in other parts of Brooklyn
- Small enrollment (202 students) creates a tight-knit community feel
- Diversity index of 0.64 — notably diverse for a Catholic school, with meaningful Hispanic and Asian representation
- Located in Brooklyn Heights, one of the city's most family-dense neighborhoods (88/100 family density)
- Serves Pre-K through 5th grade, allowing children to progress through elementary years in the same community
- The 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio is moderate — smaller than public schools but not among the most intimate private school settings
- Religious affiliation is Roman Catholic — families should be comfortable with faith-based education as a core component
- With only elementary grades (Pre-K through 5th), parents will need to plan for middle school transitions
- 3% Black student population suggests room for more racial diversity in the student body
- Private school tuition applies — cost is a factor for families
St. Ann's is a Roman Catholic elementary school with 202 students across Pre-K through 5th grade. The 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio indicates a moderately small class environment — not the most intimate you'll find in private education, but enough for teachers to know students by name. As a Catholic school, religious instruction and values formation are woven into the daily experience, though the student body reflects the neighborhood's diversity.
With a diversity index of 0.64, St. Ann's is notably more diverse than many private Catholic schools, which often skew heavily White. While White students comprise the majority (66.3%), the school has meaningful Hispanic representation (17.8%) and a small but present Asian population (7.9%). Black students represent 3% of the population. This isn't a monolithically affluent student body — the diversity reflects Brooklyn Heights' evolving demographics.
Brooklyn Heights is one of Brooklyn's most desirable neighborhoods — tree-lined streets, historic brownstones, and proximity to the waterfront. It's known for its family-friendly atmosphere and strong sense of community. The neighborhood has a family density score of 88/100, meaning you're surrounded by other families with children. Families here tend to value education and are willing to invest in private schooling.
Brooklyn Heights is highly walkable, with easy access to the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, local parks, and public transportation. Parents can comfortably walk younger children to school, and the neighborhood's compact scale means errands and playdates are within reach.
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What Parents Are Saying
Mixed reviews. Praised for excellent arts programs, language department, and unique no-grades policy that promotes love of learning. Criticisms include toxic school culture in middle/high school, concerns about racism and classism, and alcohol/drug use among students. GreatSchools rating 3.7/5, Niche rating 4.12/5.
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is ST ANN'S SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for ST ANN'S SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Brooklyn Heights.
- What grades does ST ANN'S SCHOOL serve?
- ST ANN'S SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into ST ANN'S SCHOOL?
- ST ANN'S SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is ST ANN'S SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- ST ANN'S SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is ST ANN'S SCHOOL in?
- ST ANN'S SCHOOL is in Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn.
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