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St. Catharine Academy

2250 Williamsbridge Rd Bronx, NY 10469

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,000
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $12,000
  • Average class size: 25 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

St. Catharine Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

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School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1889
School Calendar
School Motto
'There could be no work more productive of good to society ….than the careful instruction of women.'

Student Body

Total Students
309 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
76%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
St. Catharine Academy uses FACTS MANAGEMENT COMPANY for the collection of tuition and fees. If you have any questions please contact FACTS at 866-412-4637. Sibling Discount: If you have another daughter attending SCA, she will receive a reduction of one month\'s tuition. Grades 6-8: Tuition is collected from August through May. Grade 9: Tuition is collected from July through April. Grades 10-12: Tuition is collected from June through April. St. Catharine Academy High School The General Fee includes but is not limited to: Assemblies, Guidance testing, Records - final official transcripts (1), Supplies for Academic courses (ex. lab, art, computer), Graphic Calculator-Grade 9, Student Accident Insurance, Student ID Cards, FACTS Enrollment Fee. Grade 12 Graduation Fee* includes but is not limited to: Awards, Cap & Gown, Diploma & Case, Insurance, Invitations, Printing of Programs, Rental of Graduation Facility, Yearbook.
Admissions Director
Ms. Valeriano
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Husky

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
21 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Academy AmbassadorsAmnesty International
Animal WelfareAnime Club
Art ClubBloggers
Book ClubCampus Ministry
ChoirCoding Club
First Aid ClubInternational Culture Club
Newspaper ClubPeer Tutoring
PhotographySCA Peer Helpers
Social Media ClubStudent Council
Wellness ClubWomen's Empowerment Initiative
Yearbook

School Notes

  • The Sisters of Mercy, religious of other communities and lay faculty strive to serve as co-educators with parents, to provide quality education to young women enabling them to grow intellectually, spiritually, artistically, morally, physically, emotionally and socially.
  • This is done by offering an academic program that respects the diversity of the student body as a whole, while giving attention to the uniqueness of each individual student.
  • The aim is to prepare these students for ongoing learning and self-improvement in order to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
  • "We strive to witness Mercy when we respect the dignity of each individual, create a spirit of hospitality and pursue integrity of word and deed in our lives." Constitution: Sisters of Mercy.
  • The Sisters of Mercy, religious of other communities and lay faculty strive to serve as co-educators with parents, to provide quality education to young women enabling them to grow intellectually, spiritually, artistically, morally, physically, emotionally and socially. This is done by offering an academic program that respects the diversity of the student body as a whole, while giving attention to the uniqueness of each individual student. The aim is to prepare these students for ongoing learning and self improvement in order to meet the challenges of the 21st century. "We strive to witness Mercy when we respect the dignity of each individual, create a spirit of hospitality and pursue integrity of word and deed in our lives." Constitution: Sisters of Mercy
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Catharine Academy cost?
St. Catharine Academy's tuition is approximately $12,000 for private students.
What sports does St. Catharine Academy offer?
St. Catharine Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is St. Catharine Academy's ranking?
St. Catharine Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Catharine Academy?
The application deadline for St. Catharine Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Catharine Academy located?
St. Catharine Academy is located in the Allerton neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 2 other private schools located in Allerton.

School Reviews

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St. Catharine Academy is an exceptional high school which played a significant role in my lifetime achievements and socioeconomic mobility. It continues to provide students of all cultures with an enriching academic and extracurricular environment that awakens and expands their talents, enabling them to achieve things they would never have imagined. The SCA educational experience also promotes an awareness and commitment to a value-based life, characterized by personal integrity and service to others and the community.
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The average private school tuition in Bronx, NY is $19,792 for elementary schools and $22,480 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Bronx, NY is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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