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St. Catharine Academy
  • Private, Catholic, All-Girls
  • BRONX, NY
All-Girls School

St. Catharine Academy

#1,000 in Best Catholic High Schools in America
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Catholic, All-Girls
  • 6-12
  • BRONX, NY
  • 128 reviews
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    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      C minus
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Sports
      B
    scahs.org
    (718) 882-2882
    2250 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD
    BRONX, NY 10469
    About St. Catharine Academy...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $200
    Interview Required
    No
    Required/Recommended Tests

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $11,550
    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
    61%
    Average Financial Aid
    $3,000
    From St. Catharine Academy

    St. Catharine Academy has been preparing young women in the Mercy tradition for college success, leadership and engagement in the world community since 1889. We offer a rigorous academic curriculum which includes Advanced Placement Courses, Regents Courses, and Academic Honors. Along with these courses, we offer a 1:1 iPad Program that is included in tuition, which allows our students to access their textbooks and take notes on their own personal iPad provided by SCA.. Through our tireless dedication and commitment to our young women, we are proud that our graduates from the Class of 2022 have earned over $36 million in academic scholarships and grants. Young women of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome to attend St. Catharine Academy.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1060
    175 responses
    Average ACT
    23
    17 responses
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    STEM at SCA

    academic spotlight

    STEM opportunities include: courses from Robotics to Coding to AP Computer Science. Students have participated in summer programs including Harvard, Princeton, Georgia Tech, and Georgetown BioTech. Qualifying for States since 2014, the Robotics team is the first NYS All Girls team to qualify for the Robotics National Create US Open competition. Many graduates continue in STEM majors and careers.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 18 responses
    Poll
    89%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 18 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 77 responses
    • Christmas Show
      21%
    • Field Day
      21%
    • Step-up Day
      21%
    • Ring Day
      14%
    • Spirit Week
      13%
    • Pep rallies
      8%
    • fine arts show
      3%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    411
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 22 responses
    82%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 22 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 22 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    81%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 27 responses
    Poll
    96%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 27 responses
    Poll
    93%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 27 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    80%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 15 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 15 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 15 responses

    Living in the Area

    Allerton
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      C
    2. Good for Families
      B+
    3. Housing
      D
    Median Household Income
    $59,849
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,371
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $454,117
    National
    $244,900
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