At a Glance
A Neighborhood Catholic Elementary School Serving a Predominantly Hispanic Community in Elmhurst
Best suited for
Families seeking a Catholic elementary education in a working-class, immigrant-heavy Queens neighborhood who prioritize faith-based values and community connection over small class sizes or academic selectivity. Particularly appropriate for Hispanic families drawn to a school reflecting their cultural community.
What stands out
- Roman Catholic parish school serving Pre-K through 5th grade
- Heavily Hispanic student body reflecting the surrounding Elmhurst community
- Location in a high-density, transit-rich Queens neighborhood
- Part of the Roman Catholic Diocese school system
Things to consider
- Low safety score (26/100) for the neighborhood — parents should visit and assess the area around the school personally
- Higher student-teacher ratio (17.3:1) than many private schools, suggesting larger class sizes
- Very limited racial diversity beyond Hispanic and Asian populations
- No data provided on academic outcomes, extracurriculars, or tuition — families should contact the school directly
- Heavily dependent on the specific parish and diocesan resources
Identity
A Roman Catholic elementary academy rooted in parish tradition, serving a culturally specific community in Queens.
Community
The student body is predominantly Hispanic (78.8%), with Asian students comprising 18.8%. The school is very heavily minority-enrolled, with virtually no white students.
Neighborhood
Elmhurst is one of the most densely populated, family-heavy neighborhoods in Queens, with a large immigrant population. It's a working-class to middle-class area known for its ethnic restaurants, small businesses, and rapid-transit access. The neighborhood has a low safety score (26/100), which is a notable concern for families.
Elmhurst is highly walkable with strong subway access — the area sits near multiple train lines (7, E, F, R, M) making commutes manageable for families across the borough. The neighborhood is densely built-up with mixed-use streets.
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What Parents Are Saying
Mixed reviews with 5.6/10 rating on MySchoolScout; described as smaller school with close-knit community atmosphere and more individual attention, though may offer fewer extracurricular options
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Elmhurst.
- What grades does ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY serve?
- ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY?
- ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY public, charter, or private?
- ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY is a private school.
- What neighborhood is ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY in?
- ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC ACADEMY is in Elmhurst, Queens.