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Dominican Academy

#6 in Best Catholic High Schools in New York
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Catholic, All-Girls
  • 9-12
  • New York, NY
  • 141 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Sports
      C
    Dominican Academy is a top rated, private, all-girls, Catholic school located in New York, NY. It has 252 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1. Tuition is $18,300 for the highest grade offered. After graduation, 100% of students from this school go on to attend a 4-year college.
    Address
    44 East 68th Street
    New York, NY 10065
    Telephone
    (212) 744-0195
    Website
    dominicanacademy.org

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $18,300
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    25%
    Average Financial Aid
    —

    Dominican Academy Rankings

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1290
    148 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    44 responses
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    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    91%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.22 responses
    Poll
    73%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.22 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 66 responses
    Report
    • Culture Trips
      21%
    • Freshmen-senior picnic
      18%
    • Spirit Week
      17%
    • Coffeehouse
      12%
    • Culture Day
      9%
    • Junior Ring Day
      8%
    • Senior Skip Day
      8%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    252
    52%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.23 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.23 responses
    26%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.23 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    9:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.30 responses
    Poll
    87%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.30 responses
    Poll
    63%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.30 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    —
    76%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.34 responses
    47%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.34 responses
    71%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.34 responses
    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      C-
    Area Feel
    Dense Urban
    Median Household Income
    $126,366
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $2,116
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $932,906
    National
    $184,700
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    Dominican Academy Reviews

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    I absolutely love DA! Whenever I have an issue on my work I can always reach out to the teachers and they're happy to meet before or after school to explain. One time I had a family issue and missed a couple of days of school and when I came back, all the teachers welcomed me and made sure I got notes and work that I had missed. The students are also amazing and supportive as well. I may have trouble getting out of bed in the morning, especially on Mondays, but once I'm at school, the warm atmosphere is enjoyable to be in. One small issue I have is that 1 or 2 of the teachers can't always be reached by email and that can get frustrating occasionally. However, I truly do love being at DA, and I highly recommend it!
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    DA is a small school that still manages to offer an amazing number of opportunities to its students. The small class size ensures that no student is a number—every girl is valued as an individual and is helped to succeed. I love the community I’ve found here. The curriculum is challenging, but I know I will be prepared for college and whatever else lies ahead. I’m so happy I chose DA and know I will have these friendships for a lifetime!
    DA offers an excellent education in an environment that is welcoming, encouraging and kind. Young women from all backgrounds are inspired to be active members of the academic and spiritual community in a variety of ways. While the workload requires commitment to study and strong organizational skills, my daughter is thriving with the support of administration and faculty. She has made lovely friends and my husband and I have met other caring parents through meetings and school social events. I have seen my daughter develop greater confidence and independence with commuting to NYC. There are so many benefits that the school and city offers. I don’t believe she would have grown as much as she has if she attended a suburban high school. DA’s size, academic and club offerings and values were the right choice.