Located in Jamaica, NY, Rochdale Village Nursery & Kindergarten serves 55 co鈥揺d students in preschool through kindergarten in a nonsectarian, city鈥揵ased early childhood program.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 14:1 with four teachers supporting its early learning curriculum.
Rochdale Village Nursery & Kindergarten is recognized for its diversity, ranking among the top 20% of private schools in New York state for the highest percentage of students of color.
The campus size is 120, providing space for its early childhood and day care activities.
As a Jamaica preschool, the school offers educational programs for children in grades PK and K within an urban community setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Rochdale Village Nursery & Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Campus Size
120 acres
Student Body
Total Students
55 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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When is the application deadline for Rochdale Village Nursery & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for Rochdale Village Nursery & Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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