Cathedral High School, a Catholic college preparatory school of the Archdiocese of New York located in Manhattan, welcomes young women of all faiths and cultures.
We are a community of students, teachers, staff and parents committed to excellence in education, as well as the continued growth of our students in religious maturity, moral integrity and a sense of social justice. While students are constantly challenged to create foundations for lifelong learning and to develop the habits of mind essential to academic success, full attention is also given to the emotional, creative, social and spiritual aspects of each young woman.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,960
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Cathedral High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue, Gold
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Number of AP Courses
10 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
BiologyCalculus
Comparative Government and PoliticsEnglish
Environmental SciencePsychology
SpanishStatistics
US History and GovernmentWorld History
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform required
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition is payable over a 10 month period. Academic Scholarships awarded to incoming freshmen based on TACHS and report card grades.
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Ms. Johanna Castex-Velez
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
25 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Arbutus (Newspaper)Art Club
Book ClubBrainiac Club
Cathedral ScholarsDance
FashionistasFuture Business Leaders of America
Home EconomicsKnitting Club
Mock Trial TeamNational Honor Society
NYPD Explorers ProgramPeer Tutors
Spires (Yearbook)Steppers
Student AmbassadorsStudent Council
Travel & Culture ClubVolunteer Service Club
Writing club
Arts and Music Programs:
Marching BandMasque & Mime (Drama)
Musical Theater and Chorus
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Billiards
School Notes
- School Motto: Belong. Believe. Become.
- School Mascot: Bear
- Accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and the NY State Board of Regents.
- The CHS graduate leaves us a highly skilled, literate young women who is ready to attend a competitive college.
- The Class of 2023 earned over $45 million in college scholarships and grants with acceptances into top schools cush as New York University, Cornell University, University of Conneticut, Howard University and BUniversity of Pennsylvania.
- Our Medical Gateways Academy offers students interested in a career in the field of Medicine, an introduction to this field in both a classroom setting and through medical internship opportunities at several of clinical/hospital sites affiliated with our program.
- Our Business, Finance & Law Academy offers our students the opportunity to learn from business leaders and gain the experience and skills necessary to be successful in numerous fileds such as law, business, and the technological marketplaces.
- STEM Academy which includes courses such as Robotics, Technology Foundations, Technical Drawing and a partnership with Girls Who Code.
- Wide selection of electives such as Forensic Science,Fashion Design, Entrepreneurship, Music and more!
- CHS Students consider this school their second home, opportunities for homework help, tutoring, and after-school activities are available to all grades.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cathedral High School cost?
Cathedral High School's tuition is approximately $9,960 for private students.
What schools are Cathedral High School often compared to?
Cathedral High School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Vincent Ferrer High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Cathedral High School?
The acceptance rate of Cathedral High School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
What sports does Cathedral High School offer?
Cathedral High School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Fencing, Flag Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Cathedral High School's ranking?
Cathedral High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Cathedral High School?
The application deadline for Cathedral High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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New York, NY 10065
(212) 744-0195
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School Reviews
5 7/24/2015
I attended Cathedral HS and it was a fantastic experience.
I went on to the medical field and had excellant preparation.
All of the areas in Cathedral from Academia to Extracurricular prepard me for my life choices.
A phenominal exoeriance.
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