Geller House School in Staten Island, NY, serves 17 students in grades 6 through 12 within a nonsectarian, city–based alternative school program.
Founded in 1870, the school is among the oldest private schools in Staten Island and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 2 full–time teachers.
The student body is 100% students of color, reflecting a diverse private school environment in Staten Island's Concord neighborhood.
As a co–educational program, Geller House School offers a small enrollment size, providing an alternative private school option for middle and high school students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Geller House School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1870
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
17 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Geller House School often compared to?
Geller House School is often viewed alongside schools like Staten Island Academy by visitors of our site.
What is Geller House School's ranking?
Geller House School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of students of color, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Geller House School?
The application deadline for Geller House School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Geller House School located?
Geller House School is located in the Concord neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Concord.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Geller House School vs. Staten Island Academy
The nearest high school to Geller House School is Fontbonne Hall Academy (1.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Joseph Hill Academy (0.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Joseph Hill Academy
(Catholic)
850 Hylan Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 981-1187
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 981-1187
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 564 students
Mother Franciska Elementary School
Special Education School
235 Major Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 876-0939
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 876-0939
0.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 28 students Tuition listed
Holy Rosary School
(Catholic)
100 Jerome Ave
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 447-1195
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 447-1195
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Tuition listed
351 Sand Ln
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 390-0070
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 390-0070
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 124 students
Academy Of St. Dorothy
(Catholic)
1305 Hylan Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 351-0939
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 351-0939
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 4
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Fontbonne Hall Academy
All-girls (Catholic)
9901 Shore Road
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(718) 748-2244
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(718) 748-2244
1.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 398 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Notre Dame Academy High School
All-girls (Catholic)
134 Howard Ave
Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 447-8878
Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 447-8878
2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 402 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
715 Todt Hill Rd
Staten Island, NY 10304
(718) 303-7836
Staten Island, NY 10304
(718) 303-7836
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 334 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Miraj Islamic School
(Islamic)
307 Victory Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 816-6161
Staten Island, NY 10301
(718) 816-6161
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 240 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
8515 Ridge Boulevard
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(718) 238-3308
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(718) 238-3308
2.5 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 235 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Joseph Hill Academy
(Catholic)
850 Hylan Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 981-1187
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 981-1187
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 564 students
Mother Franciska Elementary School
Special Education School
235 Major Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 876-0939
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 876-0939
0.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 28 students Tuition listed
Holy Rosary School
(Catholic)
100 Jerome Ave
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 447-1195
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 447-1195
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Tuition listed
351 Sand Ln
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 390-0070
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 390-0070
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 124 students
Academy Of St. Dorothy
(Catholic)
1305 Hylan Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 351-0939
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 351-0939
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 4
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Joseph Hill Academy
(Catholic)
850 Hylan Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 981-1187
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 981-1187
0.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 564 students
Holy Rosary School
(Catholic)
100 Jerome Ave
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 447-1195
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 447-1195
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Tuition listed
351 Sand Ln
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 390-0070
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 390-0070
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 124 students
Academy Of St. Dorothy
(Catholic)
1305 Hylan Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 351-0939
Staten Island, NY 10305
(718) 351-0939
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 197 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 4
St. Ann School
(Catholic)
125 Cromwell Ave
Staten Island, NY 10304
(718) 351-4343
Staten Island, NY 10304
(718) 351-4343
1.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students Avg. class size: 20 students Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
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Monroe Township High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Schoolhouse Road
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-2882
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-2882
9349.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 2,583 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
28 Front Street
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-0400
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-0400
9350.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
358 Buckelew Avenue
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-1000
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-1000
9350.3 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 332 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Brookside Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
370 Buckelew Avenue
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-1101
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-1101
9350.3 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 431 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Grace M. Breckwedel Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13 Augusta St
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-0303
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
(732) 521-0303
9350.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 217 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
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