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#409 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 41% of private schools
Preston High School
High School
2780 SCHURZ AVE, Bronx, NY 10465
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#409 of 992
In Bronx
#15 of 53
public schools
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Preston High School
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About Preston High School
Preston High School is a private high school in Bronx, NY. Preston High School serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Preston High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #409 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Preston High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Preston High School compares to 161 public schools serving similar grades in Bronx, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Preston High School (this school) | 6.5 |
| PS 10 | 3.5 |
| WOMEN'S ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE | 8.0 |
| ARCHIMEDES ACAD-MATH SCI TECH | 6.3 |
| BRONX BRIDGES HIGH SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| BRONX COMPASS HIGH SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| MILLENIUM ART ACADEMY | 6.3 |
| GOTHAM COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL | 5.6 |
| BRONX COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| ANTONIA PANTOJA PREPARATORY ACADEMY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS | 6.8 |
| WESTCHESTER SQUARE ACADEMY | 6.1 |
| PELHAM LAB HIGH SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| BRONX RIVER HIGH SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| SCHUYLERVILLE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| E MONROE NEW RENAISSANCE BASKETBALL | — |
| PS 721 STEPHEN MCSWEENEY SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| PS 12 LEWIS AND CLARK SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| BRONX ARENA HIGH SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| CINEMA SCHOOL (THE) | 7.8 |
Showing 20 of 161 schools. View all schools in Bronx
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2780 SCHURZ AVE, Bronx, NY 10465
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Preston High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MSGR SCANLAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST FRANCES DE CHANTAL SCHOOL Bronx | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 72 DR WILLIAM DORNEY Bronx | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| URBAN INSTITUTE OF MATHEMATICS Bronx | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| MOTT HALL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| BRONX DELTA SCHOOL Bronx | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| MS 101 EDWARD R BYRNE Bronx | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 304 EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Bronx | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 10 Bronx | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Bronx | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| MSGR SCANLAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| BRONX ARTS AND SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx | 1.2 mi | 1.5 |
| PS 14 SENATOR JOHN CALANDRA Bronx | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 193 ALFRED J KENNEDY Whitestone | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 79 FRANCIS LEWIS Whitestone | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| VILLA MARIA ACADEMY Bronx | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 129 PATRICIA LARKIN College Point | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| ST LUKES SCHOOL Whitestone | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| E MONROE NEW RENAISSANCE BASKETBALL Bronx | 2.2 mi | — |
| HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| RENAISSANCE HIGH SCHOOL FOR MUSICAL THEATER AND THE ARTS Bronx | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10465 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,255
Median Home Value
$602,000
Median Rent
$1,774/mo
Population
46,457
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
40.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
37.9
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| BRONX LEADERSHIP ACADEMY II HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.5 |
| BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF GLOBAL FINANCE (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 6.5 |
| COBBLE HILL SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES Brooklyn, NY | 6.5 |
| DEPOSIT MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Deposit, NY | 6.5 |
| EMERSON SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY Buffalo, NY | 6.5 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY III SECONDARY SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Preston High School
What grades does Preston High School serve?
Preston High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Preston High School?
Preston High School has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Preston High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Preston High School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Preston High School rank in NY?
Preston High School ranks #409 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Preston High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Preston High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Preston High School a private school?
Yes, Preston High School is a private all-girls school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Preston High School a religious school?
Preston High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 347
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bronx County
- Phone
- (718) 863-9134
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