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2020 Best NCEA Schools in the New York City AreaAbout this List

Explore the best National Catholic Education Association schools based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. Regis High School

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • 9-12
    • 119 reviews
    #1 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Niche User: I commend the Founders and leadership. The vision, execution, and evolution of the model is spot on. Ask any student, parent, faculty, college admissions counselor, and Dean at any University and you will get the real story. It's not perfect but the school has been able to maintain it's high level of academics and keep its goal of providing a full scholarship education for future Catholic leaders, authors, scientists, etc.. The sincere approach to help diversify the classroom has been successful. With education costs going out of control, you would think governments and schools are studying how it's done at Regis.

    Get a top notch education without lowering standards or using temp solutions ("shuttling" minorities in or subsidizing over priced tuition with"generous" financial aid packages to fill quotas for chess, academics, sports, and school team competitions). Colleges and employers love Regians!
    Read 119 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 532 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Delbarton School

    • Private School
    • Morristown, NJ
    • 7-12
    • 107 reviews
    #2 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Parent: As a parent, I would implore any parent who has a son to visit Delbarton for a couple of hours one day. Walk the grounds. Speak with the teachers. More importantly, speak with the boys that currently attend the school. The curtain will be pulled back and you will be able to experience the benfits of the Delbarton community. The brilliance and respect of the young men at the school is incredibly impressive. The campus is stunning and you can hear and see the dedication to the students by the teachers first hand. Wonderful institution for any young man to earn a stellar education, lifelong friends and a bright future!
    Read 107 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 588 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Marymount School of New York

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • PK, K-12
    • 38 reviews
    #3 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Parent: We have three daughters who attend Marymount and, in our experience, this school has exceeded our expectations in every way for our girls. The academics are rigorous but interesting and stretch our daughters in ways that develop their minds and heart while honoring their particular gifts and talents. The faculty is comprised of women and men who are life-long learners, warm, wise and challenge the girls to become the best versions of themselves. The teachers are role models and inspire the students to challenge, shape and change the world. Each division plans and serves the students at age-appropriate levels in social-emotional growth and supports the ups and down of developing friendship and learning self-care as the girls grow into mature young women. The families are lovely and we have made life-long friends in our years at Marymount. Our daughters are all thriving at Marymount and we are so grateful!
    Read 38 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 759 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. Convent of the Sacred Heart

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • PK, K-12
    • 41 reviews
    #4 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Senior: Sacred Heart is an academically challenging school. Advanced classes and a rigorous curriculum challenge the students and teaches them how to work hard. The school and the faculty are always pushing their students to reach their full potential. Sacred Heart educates the full person allowing their students to not only become intellectuals but also well rounded individuals and leaders. I have never met a more dedicated faculty and administration; the faculty at Sacred Heart truly care for their students and want to see them succeed. The students at Sacred Heart embody the schools values and mission, which is obvious in the girls caring and kind nature. I have never felt more supported and cared for than I have at Sacred Heart and I look back at my time at Sacred Heart very fondly. The gift of a Sacred Heart education is the greatest gift I have ever been given and I am so grateful to this community for always being there for me and providing me with the tools I need to succeed.
    Read 41 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 710 Students
    • 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child - Upper School

    • Private School
    • Summit, NJ
    • 7-12
    • 69 reviews
    #5 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Sophomore: Oak Knoll is an amazing school. Great teachers and great opportunities. As a sophomore transfer, everyone was so welcoming and inviting.
    Read 69 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 326 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Seton Hall Preparatory School

    • Private School
    • West Orange, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 147 reviews
    #8 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Senior: Seton Hall Prep is an all-boys, catholic, college preparatory school, in West Orange, New Jersey. I am a senior at the Prep enrolled in the honors program. I appreciate how the school allowed me to foster my interests through the selection of courses, clubs and sports offered. I also am fond of how the school has a sense of community amongst its students and between the students and faculty who show genuine care for the students. I am also grateful for how the school has allowed me to take part in service trips and spiritual retreats. Finally, I admire the faith in God that runs through the school. I would like to see the school change its dress code.The required button-down shirt and a tie is uncomfortable. I believe that the traditional polo shirt and khaki pants accomplish the goal of uniformity. Aside from this detail, however, I am completely satisfied with my high school experience with Seton Hall Prep and am appreciative of the opportunities that the school has granted me.
    Read 147 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 961 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. Oratory Preparatory School

    • Private School
    • Summit, NJ
    • 7-12
    • 46 reviews
    #9 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Junior: I am currently enrolled at Oratory Prep and I will be graduating in two years. Overall, I have loved every aspect of Oratory Prep. I feel the teachers are very involved and truly love their jobs. The clubs and extracurriculars are extraordinary, they helped me make friends and get involved in a brotherhood. The academics are quite challenging, but with the new schedule that OP has adapted, it really helps balance school work with other activities. The opening of the DeGeta building has really added to my overall experience in school positively. Overall I love attending Oratory prep and I recommend it to all students who are academically driven and enjoy being apart of a brotherhood.
    Read 46 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 358 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Dominican Academy

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • 9-12
    • 141 reviews
    #10 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Freshman: 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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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 252 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Academy of the Holy Angels

    • Private School
    • Demarest, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 169 reviews
    #11 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Senior: I am overall happy with my decision to attend AHA. I am a senior and feel well prepared for college and beyond. Personally, I think this school is great academically and fosters a good sense of community. Though AHA does have it’s share of minor faults like any other school, I would say it is an exceptional high school!
    Read 169 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 594 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Villa Walsh Academy

    • Private School
    • Morristown, NJ
    • 7-12
    • 69 reviews
    #13 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Alum: Best education and environment imaginable! I was so prepared for college compared to my peers. I particularly liked the supportive environment, level of academic challenge, sports teams, and just overall friendships the school bred.
    Read 69 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 238 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Bergen Catholic High School

    • Private School
    • Oradell, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 119 reviews
    #15 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Senior: I had a great experience at Bergen Catholic High School. The environment was surreal, with an incomparable culture and energy. After finishing my fourth year at the school, I seriously do believe that these 4 years would not have left me as satisfied at any other school, public or private for that matter. Though the school was amazing, nothing is perfect and there were some flaws in the system. If I had the opportunity to change one thing about the school, it would definitely be the food in the cafeteria. The kitchen could use some fix-ups in food. The overall adventure has been an unbelievable one that I will never forget.
    Read 119 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 660 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Sacred Heart Greenwich

    • Private School
    • Greenwich, CT
    • PK, K-12
    • 59 reviews
    #16 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Senior: Although the academics are extremely competitive, the athletics are top-notch, and the campus is breath-taking the most remarkable thing about SHG is the community. This is the best community you could ever join. The girls are incredibly accepting and encouraging. I'm not just talking about the community in Greenwich, but also the global and national SH community. While this is a Catholic school all thoughts and opinions are welcomed, encouraged and respectively discussed. I see the conscious effort from the administration to promote diversity of thought and diversity in general. Although this is not the most racially or economically diverse place as a minority I've never felt isolated because of my race or opinions. When you join the Sacred Heart Greenwich community you join a sisterhood. Sacred Heart is not perfect, but by joining this community you will be exposed to the greatest and most genuine people you could ever meet. This is the best all-girls school in Greenwich!
    Read 59 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 729 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Fairfield College Preparatory School

    • Private School
    • Fairfield, CT
    • 9-12
    • 110 reviews
    #17 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Junior: Fairfield Prep is an incredible school that will prepare you for the real world. The curriculum at Fairfield Prep is very rigorous and in order to succeed here, you will need to work very hard. There are many opportunities for our young men to get involved at this school such as drama, sports, and many clubs. Succeeding here will allow you to apply to the most rigorous universities around the country. There are many great teachers here as well, but not all! Be prepared to deal with some unreasonable teachers. If you work hard, you are set. Some small cons are the lack of courses that are found in other schools such as AP economics and AP psychology. However, you will find many opportunities to challenge yourself here through AP and honors classes. If you are an 8th grader at the moment of reading this, I hope you will consider Fairfield Prep.
    Read 110 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 828 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. Chaminade High School

    • Private School
    • Mineola, NY
    • 9-12
    • 202 reviews
    #18 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Parent: My son is a recent graduate from Chaminade HS, class of 2019 (known as the “Nade” for insiders). He was recently asked given the chance to repeat high school would he select Chaminade....His answer was; absolutely! Their are many rumors about Chaminade that for some reason instill fear in people. Our experience is that Chaminade helps your son become a man. The work is absolutely attainable. It’s not a cake walk, they do not coddle you so if that’s what you’re looking for it may not be the right fit. There are expectations at Chaminade and your young men are held to a high standard and are expected to be accountable for their decisions. My son thrived in this environment. My son also played ice hockey and I believe this helped him grow tremendously. The coaches are tough but supportive and you need to earn your spot on any team sport (no walk-ons at the Nade). Best decision our son made was to attend Chamimade High School.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,700 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. Iona Preparatory School

    • Private School
    • New Rochelle, NY
    • K-12
    • 97 reviews
    #20 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Sophomore: Very good athletics and academics. Many excellent teachers and coaches as well as other faculty members. Good sized classes and all teachers offer extra help. All programs (College Prep, Honors, A.P., and STEP ) are different and can be a good opportunity for your son to ease or harden his schedule. A very strong public service program is also built into the curriculum which looks good on a college resume. Very strong brotherhood in which will stick with them for their lives. Friends are easy to make due to the diverse student body. This definitely one of New York's best college prep schools!
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 750 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. The Ursuline School

    • Private School
    • New Rochelle, NY
    • 6-12
    • 141 reviews
    #21 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    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
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Xavier High School

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • 9-12
    • 129 reviews
    #22 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    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
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. St. Joseph High School

    • Private School
    • Metuchen, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 83 reviews
    #23 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Senior: I am currently going into my senior year here at Saint Joes and I feel that I have had an awesome experience so far. I’m actively involved in many of the clubs and academic teams so I get a great sense of all the aspects Saint Joes has to offer. Occasionally, you may encounter a bad teacher here and there but there is more to Saint Joes than just the teachers. It is a lifestyle and you should totally check out our “Freshmen For A Day” program to check out what a day is like at Saint Joes!
    Read 83 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 683 Students
    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Christian Brothers Academy

    • Private School
    • Lincroft, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 105 reviews
    #25 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Senior: CBA was a great experience, but you have to know what you're getting yourself into here. The culture of the school revolves around sports, as you'd expect; but sports are prioritized so heavily that pretty much everything else falls to the wayside. Occasionally, this includes education. The school's also not as "connected" and "brotherly" as they'd like you to believe, and it has a tendency to create new, absurd rules (such as banning all electronics in the cafeteria) in order to make it look like they're different, unique, and challenging. If you don't mind the occasional crummy teacher, heavy focus on athletics, and absurd tuition, then CBA is for you. (Also, if you have any interest in the arts at all, join Pegasus Productions. It's what got me through.)
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 950 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Academy of Our Lady of Mercy - Lauralton Hall

    • Private School
    • Milford, CT
    • 9-12
    • 155 reviews
    #26 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Senior: I love Lauralton! It is my final year at this school and I am going to miss it. The community is great, academics, sports, clubs and activities are great, there is really nothing to change. The teachers are great as they are always there to help. I feel very prepared for what is to come next year; many alum tell me that college was very adjustable and it was never too much since they prepare us well. It is also a private, all girls catholic school which in my opinion, creates a great learning environment.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 366 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Immaculate Heart Academy

    • Private School
    • Township of Washington, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 154 reviews
    #27 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Alum: IHA offers the ideal high school educational and social environment. The teachers and administrators work continuously updating academic curriculum, athletic programs, and of course, the facilities are second to none!
    I loved every day I went to school at IHA. I have since graduated with a BS and Masters degree in special education. I was completely prepared academically socially and morally for the rigor and challenges of college and the work place. IHA taught me organization and accountability in an environment allowing me to reach my potential academically morally and socially. I had a wonderful high school experience at IHA I can't imagine a better place for a young woman to be educated.
    Read 154 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 700 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Sacred Heart Academy

    • Private School
    • Hempstead, NY
    • 9-12
    • 223 reviews
    #28 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Senior: Sacred Heart was easily the best thing that ever happened to me! I have the greatest friends in the world, I love going to school every day and I am excited to see what each day will bring. All the students have each others back and it is such a great environment to be in. The school lunches are great and they have healthy options too. Every summer the school gets renovated and the staff is great. Many of the classes I took my senior year were solely because I loved the teachers teaching the course. Please go to SHA if you are considering it in your high school search. I am so much more confident and friendly since coming here and I can't wait to see where the future takes me
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 873 Students
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Don Bosco Preparatory High School

    • Private School
    • Ramsey, NJ
    • 9-12
    • 72 reviews
    #29 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Parent: DBP provides an excellent academic, social, athletic and moral environment. There are many programs that focus on community service and helping others. Compared to many schools in the area, the DBP student body is more diverse economically and racially. The teachers are caring and always there for the students. The layout of the campus provides a college-like atmosphere. Most importantly, there is a camaraderie among the students that is unmatched in other neighboring schools. Notwithstanding the differences in personalities or abilities, the boys view their classmates as their brothers...as family. The students leave DBP very prepared for college life.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 861 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Our Lady of Mercy Academy

    • Private School
    • Syosset, NY
    • 9-12
    • 148 reviews
    #30 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Junior: Mercy is a great school for those who are looking for a small personal environment in which teachers give attention to each student and provide all necessary help. The physical school itself is charming, dating back to 1928 when the original boarding school openned. There are many academic opprotunities, and as a junior I feel that I will be more than prepared for college when that time comes. The overall atmosphere is empowering, and girls are pushed to build each other up and grow in their Catholic faith. Through Mercy, I've become closer to my faith and was even provided the opprotunity to go on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic. Our Lady of Mercy Academy is a wonderful school!
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 415 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. St Joseph High School

    • Private School
    • Trumbull, CT
    • 9-12
    • 190 reviews
    #31 Best Catholic High Schools in New York City Area

    Parent: St. Joseph High School is everything you want in a high school. It is the perfect size, the students have great relationships with their teachers, who know them very well, and the sports teams and extracurriculars are excellent. The academics are outstanding, and additional college level courses and STEM programs are offered. There is even an ecological boardwalk on the campus amidst their own beautiful cross country trails! BUT, MOST IMPORTANTLY...this school has a purpose and mission with its Catholic tradition of teaching students to be concerned for others, to serve others, and to learn in an environment of charity, encouraged by their teachers and staff. From supporting sports teams, to annual class trips, and formal dances for each class each year, the students have plenty of opportunities to know each other outside the class room.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 821 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Academy of St. Joseph

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • PK, K-8
    • 11 reviews

    Parent: My son has been going to Academy of St. Joseph since Pre-K 3 and is now a 1st grader. We relocated from Los Angeles and had a hard time finding the right school for our son. We wanted a close knit community, a catholic education, small class size, and high academic standards all at a reasonable price. It felt like finding a needle in a haystack but The Academy of St. Joseph checked all the boxes we were looking for. It's an independent catholic school, which allows them to develop the highest quality curriculum but still infuse religious values. It is a diverse community of families that is welcoming of all religions. It was the perfect mix of everything we were looking for!
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    • 86 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    York Prep School

    • Private School
    • New York, NY
    • 6-12
    • 36 reviews

    Works Here: York Prep is a special school. In an ultra competitive city, where the private schools create high pressure environments, York stands out as a school that focuses on the individual students. The program is traditional and challenging, while targeted towards each individual student. This program works.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 350 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    MUSE Academy

    • Private School
    • Brooklyn, NY
    • PK, K-2
    • 5 reviews

    Parent: Excellent teachers, welcoming environment and the kids seem very happy! Spanish AND Music are offered DAILY in addition to outdoor time at local playgrounds and multiple field trips at popular, child-friendly locations in Brooklyn including the Prospect Park Zoo and the Brooklyn Children's Museum. The lack of the full 5 star rating is due to the unknowns around facility expansion and improvement which the entire community knows is necessary given the growth plans in coming years. Enrollment is expected to grow with demand and the staff plans on keeping S-T ratios low, but it's unclear how the current facility can accomodate the growth.
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    • 22 Students
    • 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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