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2018 Best Catholic High Schools in New YorkAbout this List

The 2018 Best Catholic High Schools ranking is based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents. Ranking factors include SAT/ACT scores, the quality of colleges that students consider, student-teacher ratio, Catholic school ratings, and more. Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education, Niche users, and the schools directly. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Regis High School

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • 9-12
    • 98
    1 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: I've absolutely loved the past four years of my time at Regis. People often ask me what exactly makes it such a special place. Most could take a glance at its commitment to universal full-scholarships, high student SAT scores, an impressive college admissions profile, or location matched only by some of New York City's most elite private schools and walk away impressed. However, the more I've thought it over, the more I've come to believe that it is the people that make Regis the exceptional institution it is today. Everyone from my enthusiastic, exceptional teachers to the actively engaged and intellectually curious classmates I get to surround myself with every day has made my high school experience remarkably conducive to my spiritual development in the Jesuit tradition and to pushing my academic achievements to their limits in a way that I couldn't briefly describe. I'm eternally grateful for how dramatically the Regis community has changed my life in such a short period of time.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 529 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Convent of the Sacred Heart

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • PK, K-12
    • 32
    2 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: I am so lucky to have been able to attend Sacred Heart. The teachers dedicate so much time and effort into your success, the classes are small and the conversations are (mostly) amazing and thought-provoking, and the resources are insane (for all classes, sports, libraries, art, etc). I have found an amazing community of friends and peers, and have found such a great support system here. I am so ready for college, but admittedly, I will miss this place.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 710 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Marymount School of New York

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • PK, K-12
    • 21
    3 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Freshman: Marymount is great! I have been at the school since kindergarten, and I could not be happier. I have gotten to know some of my closest friends through Marymount. Not only that, but the class as a whole is such a great group. I enjoy my classes and the opportunity to have interesting academic discussions with my peers that they provide. The courses are engaging and the teachers are very helpful. I also enjoy my clubs, including the school newspaper, and sports. I am on the school rowing team, which is a great way to get to know the sport. I know my friends on other school teams also have fun playing and getting to know the upperclassmen. Overall, Marymount is an exceptional school, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking at high schools!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 756 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Loyola School

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • 9-12
    • 10
    4 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: I like the college readiness and preparation. I think the new administration helps a lot with preparing kids for life and educating them, as well as listening to them. Students can make the school difficult to deal with as it is very cliquey. The way Loyola helps you get into college and honestly prepares you, however, is worth it.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 207 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Dominican Academy

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • 9-12
    • 119
    5 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Freshman: Choosing DA was truly the best, though most difficult, decision of my life. The teachers helped make the transition to high school smooth, and they are extremely understanding. It's also incredibly easy to become involved in extracurriculars, and although sports aren't really our strong suit, everyone has fun. I have made numerous close friends, including upperclassmen. Overall, I love being a DA girl and cannot imagine myself at any other school.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 229 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  7. Fordham Preparatory School

    • Private School
    • Bronx, NY
    • 9-12
    • 167
    6 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: I liked the reputation and overall academic prowess that Fordham Prep has to offer, and I love the widespread influence of the Prep, given that it has students from all across the tri-state area. However, the racial and ethnic diversity is not very strong, and I believe that many of the teachers are not very good, yet the Prep fails to act towards removing them. However, in terms of education, connections, and overall Jesuit foundation, I would say that Fordham is a very great school!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,000 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Avenues: The World School

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • PK, K-12
    • 10

    Senior: It has been an amazing experience! I came in from public school in the suburbs. The school is located in the center of Chelsea. This is incredibly useful for art classes, as they do not exist solely within the class room. They have amazing study abroad programs as well. I went on a two week trip to New Zealand to do scientific research, attended the Student Diversity Leadership Conference in Louisville, Kentucky, and went to SXSW as a credited press journalist with my student publication. The teachers do not have closed work spaces so they are always available for conversation. The academics are all all discussion based. All classrooms have circular tables, so no one can hide in the back. This also makes the teacher a member of the class, and not a superior figure who stands tall and above students.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,444 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. The Ursuline School

    • Private School
    • New Rochelle, NY
    • 6-12
    • 125
    7 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Alum: Without the Ursuline School, I would not be who I am today! TUS has prepared me for the world by molding me to become a strong independent woman who is not afraid to take risks and to make a voice for myself. Ursuline is an amazing school and I hope to send my daughters here one day because of how much I loved my experience. I came into Ursuline in the sixth grade and never once have I doubted my decision to go to TUS. The faculty and administration are amazing and I wouldn't trade in my seven years at TUS for anything!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 800 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. School of the Holy Child

    • Private School
    • Rye, NY
    • 5-12
    • 18
    8 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Alum: This school has always been a gem, but now more so than ever!
    The facilities have been improved beyond belief offering all or more than any of the other private schools offer. They give their students an outstanding education and college prep, a confidence in themselves and their abilities, life long friendships and a secure path for their future. They nourish the entire whole student at Holy Child, allowing them to grow and flourish. It was a gift that I received my education there...one that keeps giving!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 300 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. McQuaid Jesuit Preparatory School

    • Private School
    • Rochester, NY
    • 6-12
    • 93
    9 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Alum: McQuaid prepares each student quite well for college, plain and simple. McQuaid provides opportunities to take numerous AP courses, offers tutoring help for those struggling with school, and employs teachers who genuinely care about the students. Some teachers personify the stereotypical idea/picture of a prep school teacher, harsh, disciplinary, and strict. However, even these teachers were fair and helped the students who needed extra help. Their strict attitude instilled a sense of discipline in their students, which the students carry with them to the sports field, places of employment, volunteer locations and future colleges.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 932 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Iona Preparatory School

    • Private School
    • New Rochelle, NY
    • K-12
    • 91
    10 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: During my time at Iona, I have been involved in athletics heavily. In this time, I have had great experiences from winning championships to building friendships for life. More importantly, Iona has set me up for a great future in terms of academics and college prep. The workload was difficult to adjust to, but I am sure it has prepared me for college. The guidance and support I have received from Iona are second to none. I would not have it any other way. Go Gaels!
    Read 91 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 750 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Christian Brothers Academy

    • Private School
    • Syracuse, NY
    • 7-12
    • 134
    11 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Alum: My time at CBA was 4 of the best years of my life! The small school setting fosters a great sense of community and everyone there is like-minded in their goals of success. The teachers are second-to-none, especially Dr. Infanti. Guidance counselors are also wonderful for getting students college-ready
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 785 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Chaminade High School

    • Private School
    • Mineola, NY
    • 9-12
    • 186
    12 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Alum: The school is a very good place for learning discipline and becoming a hard-working student. However, the diversity in the school is heavily lacking, with over 90% of the students being white and a majority being conservative. It is apparent that sports were also funded and appreciated significantly more than the arts. Overall, if the diversity of the school, both in thought and in race, were to improve this school would easily earn a 5-star rating.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,700 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Whitby School

    • Private School
    • Greenwich, CT
    • PK, K-8
    • 5

    Parent: Our family has been part of the Whitby School community for 9 years. We have a 6th grader, and a daughter who graduated last year and is now a freshman in high school. I could not more highly recommend the school. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) school it attracts families from many different countries, culturally making it wonderfully diverse. The IB curriculum and inquiry-based learning platform makes me wish I had been educated that way myself! I have also embraced the advantages of a school that finishes in 8th grade. It afforded my daughter the opportunity to reflect on her strengths and the things that she valued most in her education. The experience she gained in the application process, standardized testing, and interviews will make the college application process so much easier! She was also able to pick the high school that was the best fit for her. The transition has been seamless, she was more than adequately prepared educationally and socially.
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    • NG
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 420 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. Xavier High School

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • 9-12
    • 112
    13 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Alum: I started Xavier sixty years ago and still consider it the second most important influence in forming my values, after my parents.
    Xavier was demanding academically and brought me into contact with a diverse geographic and cultural classmates. The Jesuits then were tough and rigorous. Some of the lay teachers should have been weeded out.
    I have been in fairly close contact with Xavier over the last fifty plus years and I have witnessed great things happen in the schools continuous growth.
    The Jesuit mantra of “ Becoming A man/woman for others is even more evident today.
    Going to a high school in Manhattan was a huge plus, not having fields nearby was challenge.
    Every January over a thousand alums, from 21 to 95 , get together to renew old friendships, tell exaggerated stories and sing “ Sons of Xavier......an exhilarating experience.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,090 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. Canisius High School

    • Private School
    • Buffalo, NY
    • 9-12
    • 87
    14 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Junior: I have never felt unsafe at Canisius. There is very little bullying, and most people are pretty accepting of other economic backgrounds and ethnicities. The workload can be challenging. There is not a lot of time to do homework during the day. The course selection is lacking. The service and retreat programs are life changing, and one of the highlights of Canisius. There are a lot of extracurricular activities and most students are very involved. Although our school has very advanced tech, like iPads and drones, the tech department is very unhelpful. The campus is beautiful. Most of the teachers are fantastic, although there are a few not so great ones. The sports programs are the best in WNY. Even if you are not involved in a sport, you can still have in the Blue Crew. One of the most memorable moments from my time, was going to the CHS Joe's football game. Finally, there is a strong sense of community and brotherhood at Canisius that you won't be able to find anywhere else.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 830 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Xaverian High School

    • Private School
    • Brooklyn, NY
    • 6-12
    • 105
    15 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: Xaverian high school has changed my life for the better. It is an amazing institution - but only if you take advantage of all of their opportunities. They provide so much, take all of it! You will meet extraordinary people that will carry you through your lives.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,100 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  20. Archbishop Molloy High School

    • Private School
    • Briarwood, NY
    • 9-12
    • 377
    16 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Alum: Archbishop Molloy HS provides an excellent education for those living in Queens and with the added benefit of having a continued Catholic education. Since the school is not that large with only 400 students per grade, it gives the opportunity to really know all of your classmates and provides a sense of familiarity. Those who are fortunate enough to be accepted into this school, will receive the best education and will most likely achieve success in their future endeavors. There is not one alumni I know that has not benefited in some way from having gone to Molloy. Great school, great teachers, great memories, great choice!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,490 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  21. Our Lady of Mercy Academy

    • Private School
    • Syosset, NY
    • 9-12
    • 132
    17 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Junior: Mercy offers a rigorous high school education, while fun traditions give students a much-needed break from academics. Though you will have to work hard here, almost all alumni I have spoken to say that they are well-prepared for college workloads and have no trouble with their academic adjustment. One thing that I wish was different is the teachers; while there are many that definitely have a talent for teaching, there are some who do not. Often the most frustrating and challenging classes are the ones with teachers who do not teach well. Otherwise, the school is a great community and a place that definitely feels like home.
    Read 132 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 480 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Sacred Heart Academy

    • Private School
    • Hempstead, NY
    • 9-12
    • 194
    18 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: I'm currently a senior at Sacred Heart Academy. I love the school, the teachers are supportive and the advanced classes that I take are both challenging and fun. I appreciate the atmosphere as an all girls school. Also the food is pretty great! I do wish that the school was larger, instead of just one building (albeit a large one) with several houses and a field.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 796 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Seton Catholic Central

    • Private School
    • Plattsburgh, NY
    • 6-12
    • 27
    19 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Junior: I switched to Seton from a public school half way through high school, unlike the majority who switch in sometime around 7th or 9th grade. However, I was still accepted into the family like environment we call Seton. Class sizes are small, which means more individual attention from teachers and you can easily ask them questions by email. My smallest class is just me, and the teacher and I get along well and the lessons are structured to what I need help on. The food is great, the cafeteria staff goes above and beyond to make sure kids get the food they want (they even custom make students salads if they let them know ahead of time) The facilities are always clean, and there's no bullying that I am aware of.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 149 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Nardin Academy

    • Private School
    • Buffalo, NY
    • PK, K-12
    • 197
    20 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Junior: My experience at Nardin Academy has been amazing, yet I definitely take on an interesting perspective of the school since I have experienced so many of the changes each year. Nardin is progressing into the future by making the necessary changes with scheduling in order to fit the best needs of the student. It has been long overdue for change, but I am so glad that it’s happening now. The focus has definitely shifted from only teaching by lectures to taking a more wholesome approach in how the student can best benefit and prepare for the future, and my preparation at Nardin has definitely helped me gain the knowledge and confidence needed for college life and the real world.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 913 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Our Lady of Mercy High School

    • Private School
    • Rochester, NY
    • 6-12
    • 137
    21 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: The education I have received at Mercy is above and beyond what i would have expected. The teachers genuinely care about the student beyond just classwork, test scores and the grades they get. They get to know and understand you as a person and so their best to accommodate to an individual's learning style. My favorite classes here are AP Studio Art, AP Literature and AP Biology, mainly because they taught me more than just the content, they taught me about life. I carry lessons from those classes with me now and will through college and beyond. What I'd like to see change is how administration deals with problems within the school. I went through a 6 month long ordeal because my coach displayed inappropriate behavior towards me and other athletes, and it took months of prodding, me leaving the track team, phone calls and an impulsive/unsanctioned letter from my coach in order to solve the problem.
    Read 137 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 776 Students
    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Saint Anthony's High School

    • Private School
    • Huntington Station, NY
    • 9-12
    • 324
    22 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Junior: St. Anthony's High School has given me the best three years of my life so far. The only thing I dislike about school, is waking up in the morning! The teaching staff are great, except for the math department. St. Anthony's pushes kids and heavily prepares them for college. The subject of college is constantly brought to the kids' attentions. St. Anthony's is also very diverse. Many kids are involved in school activities, like clubs, sports, and fine arts. There is a place for everyone at St. Anthony's. The one thing I would change at St. Anthony's, are the mean librarians. They don't let anyone print out anything, or let kids into the library if they don't have any schoolwork.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 2,348 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  30. Academy of the Holy Names

    • Private School
    • Albany, NY
    • 6-12
    • 31
    23 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: I've been at AHN since grade 7. I was shy and nervous because it was an All-Girl school, but in reality, it was way better than I expected! The sense of community is incredible, and are all like family- we are so tight knit. I went to AHN after spending my childhood in a big public school. Going to Holy Names has helped me grow into a young, independent woman. They help you gain the confidence you need to succeed, and prepare you immensely for college. AHN has changed my life forever, and I am eternally grateful for all that it has done for me. I know my future is bright, and it's because of the faculty and staff at Holy names who have helped me achieve.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 240 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  31. Notre Dame School

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • 9-12
    • 202
    24 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: It is a great,tight-knit community! It truly feels like we are all sisters! Unlike other all girls Catholic schools, there is to that stereo-typical drama. Everyone is friends and has their peers best interest at heart. Teachers are super helpful and truly care, they do not want us to fail! While the workload is a lot, it has definitely prepared me for college, something I am super grateful for!
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 323 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  32. Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart

    • Private School
    • Buffalo, NY
    • 9-12
    • 144
    25 Best Catholic High Schools in New York

    Senior: I love the academy so much! It has grown to be my home away from home and will truly miss it once I graduate. The faculty is usually energetic about what they do and love working with the girls. Most of the teachers go out of their way to make sure that you ARE succeeding in their class! There are sooo many incentives that makes the girls grow closer together, that I've made some forever friends here. Not only that, there are endless possibilities for clubs, sports, service, internships, and even traveling that all the girls are open to! The only thing I would say that they are lacking in, is the diversity. While I am happy to say that they've grown, I would like to see MORE progress being made in that aspect. This school challenges, motivates, and is honestly the best thing that has happened to me :) Once you're a SHA girl, you'll always be one!
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 397 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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