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St. Patrick Catholic Academy

401 97th St Brooklyn, NY 11209

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 242 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 242 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Patrick Catholic 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 Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1863
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Student Body

Total Students
242 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
National avg.:

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • At Saint Patrick School we celebrate the giftedness of each person in our school community and we invite our children to enjoy the comfort of a warm, caring atmosphere where they are respected and loved as God's special gift to creation.
  • The philosophy of St. Patrick School is rooted in the belief that all children should experience the joy of learning.
  • The purpose of learning is both spiritual and intellectual.
  • We, the school community of St. Patrick Parish, are committed to acknowledge and affirm the presence of God and to make his Gospel message known and lived.
  • We foster an appreciation and knowledge of our faith through careful teaching of the truths and by our daily example.
  • At Saint Patrick School we celebrate the giftedness of each person in our school community and we invite our children to enjoy the comfort of a warm, caring atmosphere where they are respected and loved as God's special gift to creation. The philosophy of St. Patrick School is rooted in the belief that all children should experience the joy of learning. The purpose of learning is both spiritual and intellectual. We, the school community of St. Patrick Parish, are committed to acknowledge and affirm the presence of God and to make his Gospel message known and lived. We foster an appreciation and knowledge of our faith through careful teaching of the truths and by our daily example.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Patrick Catholic Academy often compared to?
St. Patrick Catholic Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Bay Ridge Catholic Academy by visitors of our site.
What is St. Patrick Catholic Academy's ranking?
St. Patrick Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Patrick Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for St. Patrick Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Patrick Catholic Academy located?
St. Patrick Catholic Academy is located in the Fort Hamilton neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other private schools located in Fort Hamilton.

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The average private school tuition in Brooklyn, NY is $22,864 for elementary schools and $25,194 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Brooklyn, NY is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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