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#718 of 992 private schools in NY

St Catharine Academy

High School

2250 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD, Bronx, NY 10469

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

348

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#718 of 992

In Bronx

#40 of 53

public schools

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About St Catharine Academy

St Catharine Academy is a private high school in Bronx, NY. St Catharine Academy serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Catharine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #718 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.4 pts below NY schools

5.6

This school 5.6 · Average
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

St Catharine Academy 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

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How St Catharine Academy compares to 161 public schools serving similar grades in Bronx, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.5:1

This School

11:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

348

This School

461

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.6

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 47.4% vs 0%

Black 24.7% vs 0%

White 24.1% vs 0%

Asian 3.7% vs 0%

St Catharine Academy Bronx Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
St Catharine Academy (this school)	—	348	16.5:1	5.6
COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE	0.2 mi	526	14.6:1	7.9
PELHAM PREPARATORY ACADEMY	0.2 mi	441	11.9:1	7.8
ASTOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMY	0.2 mi	417	11.3:1	7.4
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND INNOVATION	0.2 mi	355	12.2:1	5.6
BRONXDALE HIGH SCHOOL	0.2 mi	366	8.5:1	5.6
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE VISUAL ARTS	0.7 mi	422	8.6:1	6.7
HIGH SCHOOL OF COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY	1.2 mi	453	12.6:1	7.2
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR WRITING AND COMMUNICATION ARTS	1.2 mi	198	9.9:1	7.0
BRONX ACADEMY OF HEALTH CAREERS	1.2 mi	327	12.1:1	7.0
BRONX AEROSPACE HIGH SCHOOL	1.2 mi	171	10.7:1	6.8
HIGH SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS	1.2 mi	283	8.8:1	5.9
BRONX LAB SCHOOL	1.2 mi	214	10.7:1	5.1
HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY	1.4 mi	365	11.4:1	4.6
CROTONA INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL	1.4 mi	332	12.8:1	4.4
BRONX ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING (BASE)	1.4 mi	381	8.7:1	4.4
PS 168	1.4 mi	609	5.7:1	3.3
PS 12 LEWIS AND CLARK SCHOOL	1.4 mi	278	4.6:1	3.5
PS 721 STEPHEN MCSWEENEY SCHOOL	1.5 mi	495	5.8:1	3.5
PS 188	1.5 mi	493	5:1	3.6
WINGS ACADEMY	1.5 mi	237	7.6:1	5.4

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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

C 3.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.5:1

Instructional Commitment

C 3.4 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,080

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 348

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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)

Hispanic 47.4%

Black 24.7%

White 24.1%

Asian 3.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2250 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD, Bronx, NY 10469

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Catharine Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PELHAM PREPARATORY ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ASTOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bronx, see our Bronx schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
NEW YORK INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION Bronx	0.1 mi	119	8.5
PELHAM PREPARATORY ACADEMY Bronx	0.2 mi	441	7.8
COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE Bronx	0.2 mi	526	7.9
ASTOR COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bronx	0.2 mi	417	7.4
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND INNOVATION Bronx	0.2 mi	355	5.6
BRONXDALE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx	0.2 mi	366	5.6
PS 89 Bronx	0.3 mi	1,205	6.1
PS 108 PHILIP J ABINANTI Bronx	0.4 mi	518	7.3
ST LUCY'S SCHOOL Bronx	0.4 mi	215	5.7
ST CLARES SCHOOL Bronx	0.5 mi	222	6.2
YOUNG VOICES ACADEMY OF THE BRONX Bronx	0.5 mi	377	6.5
BRONX GREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx	0.5 mi	369	5.4
PELHAM ACADEMY OF ACADEMICS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Bronx	0.5 mi	285	6.9
BRONX PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx	0.5 mi	335	6.4
PS 83 DONALD HERTZ Bronx	0.7 mi	1,515	5.8
PS 121 THROOP Bronx	0.6 mi	573	4.5
OUR SAVIOUR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bronx	0.7 mi	73	6.1
PS 97 Bronx	0.6 mi	563	4.8
BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE VISUAL ARTS Bronx	0.7 mi	422	6.7
PS 76 BENNINGTON SCHOOL (THE) Bronx	0.8 mi	612	2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10469 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,018

Median Home Value

$640,400

Median Rent

$1,653/mo

Population

69,855

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

50.6%

Avg Commute

43 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

39.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
BRONX SCHOOL OF LAW AND FINANCE Bronx, NY	329	5.6
BRONXDALE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY	366	5.6
GOTHAM COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY	301	5.6
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND INNOVATION Bronx, NY	355	5.6
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW & PUBLIC SERVICE New York, NY	426	5.6
HOLLEY JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Holley, NY	444	5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Catharine Academy

What grades does St Catharine Academy serve?

St Catharine Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Catharine Academy?

St Catharine Academy has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Catharine Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Catharine Academy is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Catharine Academy rank in NY?

St Catharine Academy ranks #718 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is St Catharine Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Catharine Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Catharine Academy a private school?

Yes, St Catharine Academy 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 St Catharine Academy a religious school?

St Catharine Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 88 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 89 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 78 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 348
Gender Split: 0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 21
Type: private
Coed Status: all-girls
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Bronx County
Phone: (718) 882-2882

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