Cornelia Connelly Center

220 E 4th St New York, NY 10009
www.connellycenter.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 72 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 72 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $25,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

Cornelia Connelly Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

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School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
72 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical and social development of young women in grades 6-12.
  • The School emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning and the education of well-rounded women of faith and action.
  • The Holy Child community welcomes students and families of different faiths and diverse backgrounds.
  • In keeping with the philosophy of our founder, Cornelia Connelly, Holy Child values the uniqueness of each individual and fosters a life of service to others.
  • Holy Child is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and the Maryland Department of Education.
  • As a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling, the Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling, and the College Board, the School is committed to the ethical principles of good practice that the associations require of their members.
  • Connelly School of the Holy Child is committed to helping each student realize her greatest academic and personal potential.
  • Holy Child encourages every student to explore the curriculum and develop her interests.
  • The rigorous college preparatory classes are stimulating, challenging and exciting.
  • Teaching styles create a warm environment where student group work is commonplace and participation is expected.
  • Technology is an integral part of the curriculum.
  • Our students leave Holy Child prepared to tackle the social, ethical and technological challenges that await them in their professional lives.
  • School Motto: Every girl is seen and valued.
  • Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical and social development of young women in grades 6-12. The School emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning and the education of well-rounded women of faith and action. The Holy Child community welcomes students and families of different faiths and diverse backgrounds. In keeping with the philosophy of our founder, Cornelia Connelly, Holy Child values the uniqueness of each individual and fosters a life of service to others. Holy Child is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools and the Maryland Department of Education. As a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling, the Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling, and the College Board, the School is committed to the ethical principles of good practice that the associations require of their members. Connelly School of the Holy Child is committed to helping each student realize her greatest academic and personal potential. Holy Child encourages every student to explore the curriculum and develop her interests. The rigorous college preparatory classes are stimulating, challenging and exciting. Teaching styles create a warm environment where student group work is commonplace and participation is expected. Technology is an integral part of the curriculum. Our students leave Holy Child prepared to tackle the social, ethical and technological challenges that await them in their professional lives.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cornelia Connelly Center cost?
Cornelia Connelly Center's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Cornelia Connelly Center often compared to?
Cornelia Connelly Center is often viewed alongside schools like Convent Of The Sacred Heart by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Cornelia Connelly Center?
The application deadline for Cornelia Connelly Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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