Preparing each student for college acceptance and achievement is a priority of the entire program at Cardinal Spellman High School. Each of our teachers and administrators works diligently and enthusiastically to achieve this goal for each of our students. Many of our graduates are not only accepted into college, they are awarded scholarships! Cardinal Spellman High School - Where boys and girls with dreams become men and women of vision!.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,205 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,250
- Average class size: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cardinal Spellman High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1959
Colors
White, Red
Summer School Offered
Yes
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
1,205 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
85%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
26 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform Required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Limited amount of financial aid available to registered students
Admissions Director
Mrs. C. Popp
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
51 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
African-American ClubAlbanian-American Club
Art ClubAsian-American Club
Be-FriendersBook Club
Cardinal's PlayersChess Club
Comedy ClubCommunity Art Club
Craft ClubDance Club
Debate ClubDouble-Dutch Club
Drama Monologue ClubEmerald Society
Environmental ClubFilm Club
Flag CorpFrench Club
Gaming and Animae ClubGerman Club
Glee ClubGospel Sensatiions
Health and Fitness ClubHellenic Cultural Club
Italian American ClubLatin American Club
Legion of MaryLibrary Guild
Model United Nations ClubNational Honor Society
Philosophy ClubPhotography Club
Political Awareness ClubPortfolio Art Club
Pro-Life ClubProm Committee
Service SocietySpoken Word Poetry Club
Sports ClubSTARS
Step TeamStudent Government
Tennis ClubThe Challenge Academic Club
The Pilot (Newspaper)Twirlers
Video ClubYearbook Committee
Young Republicans Club
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aircraft Pilot
Thank you for your interest in Cardinal Spellman High School!
If you are currently in the 8th grade, we would love to show you everything that Spellman has to offer! You will get to experience all the high school activities of a typical Spellman student. You will receive your own locker and ID card, go to classes, enjoy a complimentary lunch, and make new friends. Come and experience the excitement of our great school!
In order to Spend-A-Day at Cardinal Spellman High, please do the following:
Call (718) 881-8000 Ext. 206 to arrange for an appointment. Appointments are available on any regular school day from the first week of October through the last week of February.
- Have a letter from your parent/guardian giving you permission to spend the day with us at Spellman.
- Wear your own school uniform. If your elementary school does not use uniforms, wear something that would be appropriate for school (please- no denim jeans or shirts with messages)
- On the day of your visit, please arrive by 8:15. Use the entrance on Cardinal Spellman Place (also called Needham Avenue), and walk straight ahead into the Scholastic Office. There you will be greeted by one of our friendly guides. Your day will end at our regular dismissal time of 2:40.
For directions to Cardinal Spellman High Schoolclickhere.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Mr. Seamus O'Callaghan '85, firefighter, September 11, 2001 -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cardinal Spellman High School cost?
Cardinal Spellman High School's tuition is approximately $7,250 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Cardinal Spellman High School?
Cardinal Spellman High School famous alumni include: Mr. Seamus O'Callaghan '85, firefighter, September 11, 2001.
What sports does Cardinal Spellman High School offer?
Cardinal Spellman High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. Cardinal Spellman High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is Cardinal Spellman High School's ranking?
Cardinal Spellman High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Cardinal Spellman High School?
The application deadline for Cardinal Spellman High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cardinal Spellman High School located?
Cardinal Spellman High School is located in the Edenwald neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other private schools located in Edenwald.
School Calendar
View the Cardinal Spellman High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Labor Day ~School Closed
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
Labor Day - School Closed
September 03, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Closed
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Memorial Day - School Closed
May 31, 2026 (Sunday)
Last Day of Classes
June 12, 2026 (Friday)
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School Reviews
5 3/10/2018
Spellman formed me more than college did. At virtually every multinational firm I have worked in my adult life, I have found at least one proud Spellman alumnus. We are proud and we are many.
5 8/21/2014
Cardinal Spellman has an amazing list of alumni that includes Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor and National Geographic CEO John Fahey among many other hugely successful men and women in a variety of disciplines.
All my siblings and I attended Spellman and despite the neighborhood being somewhat less than ideal, the next generation have aspired to attend what we know to be a school where we can expect to be challenged.
Spellman is a large school with each year accommodating over 400 students in each year. Despite this, I think they do an excellent job of forming disciplined young men and women while still enabling independent thinking.
Considering the high level of academia and attention to students offered, the tuition is one of the best deals in New York City.
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