Dominican Academy
44 East 68th Street, New York, NY, 10065-0100 - View a map of this school Map  tel: (212)744-0195
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Established in 1897, Dominican Academy is named for its founders, the Dominican Sisters of Saint Mary of the Springs. The Dominican Sisters continue to sponsor the school. As a private Catholic college preparatory, Dominican Academy’s classes are all honors, advanced, or Advanced Placement level. 100% of each graduating class attends accredited four-year colleges and universities. ...read more  

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School Overview:
Dominican Academy
School Level High school
School Membership(s) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Year Founded 1897
County New York County, NY
Student Body
Total Students 239 students
Student Body Type All-girls
This School ( NY ) High School Avg.
% Students of Color 38% 22%
Students by Grade
Grade 9 - 52 students
Grade 10 - 55 students
Grade 11 - 52 students
Grade 12 - 80 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 28 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 93%
Number of AP Courses 13
This School ( NY ) High School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:9 1:10
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 176 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Jan. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost $9,200
Tuition Notes Several scholarships, ranging from a one-time grant as an incoming freshman to a scholarship covering 66% of a student's tuition that is renewable for four years, are available.
Headmaster Sr. Joan Franks, O.P., Ph.D.
Admissions Director Jo Ann Fannon, Associate Director of Admissions
 
Sports:
Total Sports Offered 8

Sports
BasketballCross Country
SoccerSoftball
SwimmingTennis
Track and FieldVolley Ball
 
Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 29

Extracurriculars
YearbookStudent Council
Student AmbassadorsSpanish Club
Shakespeare ClubScience Club
SADDProm Committee
Pro-Life ClubPeer Tutors
NewspaperNational Honor Society
Mock Trial TeamLiturgical Chorus
Literary MagazineLatin Club
Junior Ladies of CharityGlee Club
French ClubEnvironmental Club
Drama ClubDance Club
Culture ClubCouture Club
Computer ClubChess Team
Campus MinistryArt Club
Amnesty International 
 
School Notes:
  • Accredited by Middle States, the NY State Board of Regents and twice recognized as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the US Dept. of Education
  • A spiritually rich atmosphere results from a strong foundation in Christian values and leadership
  • 100% of graduating class attends accredited four year colleges and universities
  • Students are encouraged to assume positions of leadership, and to participate in service activities
  • Profile last updated: 08/28/2007

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About This Zip Code ( 10065 )
School Zip ( 10065 ) ( NY ) State Average
Population (Approximate) n/a 18,975,234 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree n/a 32%
Population Average Age n/a 35.9 years old
Average Household Size n/a 2.5 persons
Median Household Income n/a $44,900
Avg. # of Rooms in Household n/a 4.5 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure n/a 58 years old
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Zipcode (10065)



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% Owning / % Renting n/a / n/a 42% / 58%
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