Academy Of St. Dorothy

Academy Of St. Dorothy in Staten Island, NY serves 197 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a co–ed, Catholic elementary and middle school setting.
Founded in 1932, the school is located in the Concord neighborhood within a large city community.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 20:1 with an average class size of 22 and employs 10 teachers.
Dorothy has a student body that is 98% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of diverse private schools in New York State.
The school follows a formal dress code and is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 197 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Academy Of St. Dorothy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1932
School Calendar
Campus Size
13 acres

Student Body

Total Students
197 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Academy Of St. Dorothy offer?
Academy Of St. Dorothy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Academy Of St. Dorothy?
The application deadline for Academy Of St. Dorothy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Academy Of St. Dorothy located?
Academy Of St. Dorothy is located in the Concord neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Concord.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 197 students
  • Average class size: 22 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Staten Island, NY is $11,166 for elementary schools and $13,483 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Staten Island, NY is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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