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Preston High School
  • Private, Catholic, All-Girls
  • BRONX, NY
All-Girls School

Preston High School

#26 in Best All-Girls High Schools in New York
  • A minus
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Catholic, All-Girls
  • 9-12
  • BRONX, NY
  • 218 reviews
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    A minus
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A minus
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      C+
    4. College Prep
      B+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A minus
    6. Sports
      B minus
    prestonhs.org
    (718) 863-9134
    2780 SCHURZ AVE
    BRONX, NY 10465
    About Preston High School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $0
    Interview Required
    No
    Required/Recommended Tests

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $11,500
    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
    70%
    Average Financial Aid
    $2,500
    From Preston High School

    Located in the Bronx, Preston High School is an all-girls private Catholic college preparatory school rooted in the virtues of dignity, honor, respect and compassion. Through a broad and challenging curriculum, a diverse, faith-centered community and a commitment to service, Preston empowers young women by providing them with the skills needed to become compassionate leaders for change in their world.

    Preston offers a wide selection of courses and activities in a welcoming and nurturing environment. Our co-curricular program of after-school clubs and organizations is inclusive and provides a means of personal expression and exploration of interests for our diverse student population. Our sports program fields JV and Varsity teams in 5 sports.

    PHS graduates are accepted to a wide range of colleges and universities, including some of the most selective schools in the nation. Alumnae consistently report back that they feel well prepared to handle the academic demands of their college.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1150
    272 responses
    Average ACT
    24
    21 responses
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    Preston Scholars Program

    Preston Scholars are passionate about about solving the real world challenges of poverty, social injustice and environmental degradation through compassionate action. Our Scholars Program offers a rigorous academic and enrichment curriculum which includes accelerated content, in-depth study, opportunities for learning beyond the classroom and development of collaboration and leadership skills.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    83%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 24 responses
    Poll
    75%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 24 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 79 responses
    • Step Up Day
      27%
    • Lock-In
      19%
    • Preston Idol
      14%
    • The Play
      11%
    • Compassion Connection events
      10%
    • Class Parties
      8%
    • Spirit Week
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    371
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 26 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 26 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 26 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    11:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    84%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 37 responses
    Poll
    81%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 37 responses
    Poll
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 37 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A minus
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    94%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 18 responses
    44%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 18 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 18 responses

    Living in the Area

    Throgs Neck
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      C minus
    2. Good for Families
      B
    3. Housing
      D+
    Median Household Income
    $85,296
    National
    $64,994
    Median Rent
    $1,591
    National
    $1,096
    Median Home Value
    $502,226
    National
    $229,800
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