Bishop Dunn Memorial
School Notes Overview:
Bishop Dunn Memorial School, founded in 1883, is proud of its tradition and commitment to the academic, spiritual, emotional, social and physical development of children, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8. It is our philosophy that success, particularly at an early age, depends on the growth of a child’s confidence, self-esteem and stimulation of their inquisitive nature. Bishop Dunn Memorial School, on Mount Saint Mary College campus, offers a unique environment where children develop those qualities that form the basis for lifelong learning. Children are encouraged to learn by doing. It is the quality of teaching excellence for which our faculty has been honored by their achievements. It is the quality of academic curriculum which motivates many of our students on to higher levels of education across the nation. And, it is the high standards of the school, which our faculty strive to instill in our students. It is the sum total of these qualities that make Bishop Dunn Memorial School and our students unique. ...
School Overview:
Bishop Dunn Memorial |
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| School Membership(s) | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) | ||
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | ||
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 8 | ||
| Year Founded | 1883 | ||
| County | Orange County, NY | ||
| Student Body | |||
| Total Students | 300 students | ||
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | ||
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(NY) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 11% | 36% | |
| Students by Grade | |||
| Pre-K - 25 students | |||
| Kind - 26 students | |||
| Grade 1 - 26 students | |||
| Grade 2 - 30 students | |||
| Grade 3 - 28 students | |||
| Grade 4 - 30 students | |||
| Grade 5 - 31 students | |||
| Grade 6 - 35 students | |||
| Grade 7 - 33 students | |||
| Grade 8 - 36 students | |||
| Academics and Faculty | |||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 15 teachers | ||
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 60% | ||
This School |
(NY) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:17 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 | |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days | |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours | |
| Finances and Admission | |||
| % on Financial Aid | 5% | ||
| Head of School | James DelViscio | ||
| Sport | |||
| Total Sports Offered | 4 | ||
Sports |
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| Basketball | Cheering | ||
| Dance | Swimming | ||
School Notes:
- Bishop Dunn Memorial School, founded in 1883, is proud of its tradition and commitment to the academic, spiritual, emotional, social and physical development of children, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8. It is our philosophy that success, particularly at an early age, depends on the growth of a child’s confidence, self-esteem and stimulation of their inquisitive nature. Bishop Dunn Memorial School, on Mount Saint Mary College campus, offers a unique environment where children develop those qualities that form the basis for lifelong learning. Children are encouraged to learn by doing. It is the quality of teaching excellence for which our faculty has been honored by their achievements. It is the quality of academic curriculum which motivates many of our students on to higher levels of education across the nation. And, it is the high standards of the school, which our faculty strive to instill in our students. It is the sum total of these qualities that make Bishop Dunn Memorial School and our students unique.
- Profile last updated: 11/03/2008
In the News:
- 5 students treated for neck pain after bus crash (Middletown Times Herald-Record)
posted on November 7, 2009 at 07:10:16 am
TOWN OF NEWBURGH — Five students complained of neck pain after their bus was hit from behind at 8 a.m. Friday. - Archbishop Dolan visits Mount Saint Mary (Middletown Times Herald-Record)
posted on October 30, 2009 at 06:09:33 am
CITY OF NEWBURGH — Archbishop Timothy Dolan was the high-profile guest and keynote speaker Thursday at Mount Saint Mary College. - Catholics await installation of new NY archbishop this week (Middletown Times Herald-Record)
posted on April 12, 2009 at 06:12:21 am
Local Catholics are anticipating this week's installation of Archbishop Timothy Dolan as the new leader of the Archdiocese of New York.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (12550) | School Zip (12550) |
(NY) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 52,084 people | 18,975,234 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 24% | 32% |
| Population Average Age | 33 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.9 persons | 2.5 persons |
| Median Household Income | $42,277 | $44,151 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.4 rooms | 4.4 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 54 years old | 58 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 55% / 45% | 41% / 59% |
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Nearby Schools:
- Newburgh Jabemacle Elementary School - 14 students - 0.2 mi. away - view location
- Sacred Heart School - 180 students - 0.7 mi. away - view location
- Little Harvard - 131 students - 1.6 mi. away - view location
- St Joseph School - 218 students - 2.4 mi. away - view location
- Windsor Academy - 148 students - 2.7 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Newburgh, Orange County, Zip 12550
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