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Augustinian Academy

Carthage Augustinian Academy is a Catholic school founded in the tradition of the Sisters of St. Joseph.

The faculty and staff are dedicated to providing an excellent, wholistic education for each child based on Gospel values and on New York State Standards.

Real commitment to Catholic education and a loyalty to the school are so evident in Augustinian Academy and St. James Parish.

Family names that span generations are present in the school today along with a very welcome and active presence of military families from nearby Fort Drum.

The school children are not only well-educated in academic subjects but formed lovingly and carefully in their Catholic faith and values.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 161 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1885

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

161 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

17%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 13:1

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

8 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$4,000

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Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Mascot: Auggie

Carthage Augustinian Academy is a Catholic school founded in the tradition of the Sisters of St. Joseph.
The faculty and staff are dedicated to providing an excellent, wholistic education for each child based on Gospel values and on New York State Standards.
Real commitment to Catholic education and a loyalty to the school are so evident in Augustinian Academy and St. James Parish.
Family names that span generations are present in the school today along with a very welcome and active presence of military families from nearby Fort Drum.
The school children are not only well-educated in academic subjects but formed lovingly and carefully in their Catholic faith and values.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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How much does Augustinian Academy cost?

Augustinian Academy's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.

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Augustinian Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Faith Fellowship Christian School by visitors of our site.

What is Augustinian Academy's ranking?

Augustinian Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Least expensive tuition and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Augustinian Academy?

The application deadline for Augustinian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 161 students
Yearly Tuition: $4,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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