As the high school seminary of the Diocese of Brooklyn, Cathedral Preparatory Seminary provides an environment for discernment to Catholic young men of the diocese, with a desire to know Christ, the highest fulfillment of humanity, better and who are willing to consider seriously the priesthood as an attractive possibility.
Cathedral provides them with a college preparatory program, rooted in Catholic teachings of the Catholic Church, the Second Vatican Council, and the Bishops of the United States in their statement "To teach as Jesus did." Through an integrated program of prayer, study, and activities, students of the Cathedral community mature in mind, heart and soul.
They are prepared for the challenge of further study, as well as to become prayerful and active members of their parishes, responsible citizens of their nation, and loving, concerned, generous members of society, no matter what choice they make regarding their lives.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,000
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Cathedral Preparatory School And Seminary ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1914
Colors
White, Black, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
151 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
54%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,000
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: For 100 years, Cathedral has stayed faithful to its mission: to form the mind in the ways of academic excellence and the heart and soul in the ways of heroic virtue and belief.
- As the high school seminary of the Diocese of Brooklyn, Cathedral Preparatory Seminary provides an environment for discernment to Catholic young men of the diocese, with a desire to know Christ, the highest fulfillment of humanity, better and who are willing to consider seriously the priesthood as an attractive possibility. Cathedral provides them with a college preparatory program, rooted in Catholic teachings of the Catholic Church, the Second Vatican Council, and the Bishops of the United States in their statement "To teach as Jesus did." Through an integrated program of prayer, study, and activities, students of the Cathedral community mature in mind, heart and soul. They are prepared for the challenge of further study, as well as to become prayerful and active members of their parishes, responsible citizens of their nation, and loving, concerned, generous members of society, no matter what choice they make regarding their lives.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Cathedral Preparatory School And Seminary cost?
Cathedral Preparatory School And Seminary's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What is Cathedral Preparatory School And Seminary's ranking?
Cathedral Preparatory School And Seminary ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Cathedral Preparatory School And Seminary?
The application deadline for Cathedral Preparatory School And Seminary is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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