Holy Family is a Catholic Parish School where religion is taught and lived.
Each student is called to respect all people in the way that Jesus did.
Respect is shown by how you treat yourself, your schoolmates, and all adults.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,950
- Acceptance rate: 97%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Family Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
186 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
20 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Rate is for baptized Catholics 1 child; Non-Catholic Christians tuition is $5,350 for one child. We also offer family rates for two or more. See website for those rates. We offer a Tuition incentive to families to refer new families who register and attend the school.
Acceptance Rate
97%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Miss Scheer, Principal
Admissions Associate
Mrs. Karcher
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
School Notes
- In addition to the basic school subjects of English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Religion is taught daily. Special Subjects include Spanish, Phys. Ed., Computer, Vocal Music: Grades 2-4 also receive Recorder lessons. We have an active sports program and children may take band lessons. Band is open to K-8. Kindergarteners will begin in the Fall of 2019 with theUkulele. Violin is offered in Grades 1 & 2. Grades 3-8 have a variety of instruments to choose from.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Zol Bellagambda - Honor Roll at St. Francis Prep -
- Tyler Ferland - Honor Roll at St. Francis Prep -
- Liam Fleming - Honor Roll at Holy Cross High School -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Holy Family Catholic Academy cost?
Holy Family Catholic Academy's tuition is approximately $4,950 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Holy Family Catholic Academy?
The acceptance rate of Holy Family Catholic Academy is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
Who are famous alumni from Holy Family Catholic Academy?
Holy Family Catholic Academy famous alumni include: Zol Bellagambda - Honor Roll at St. Francis Prep, Tyler Ferland - Honor Roll at St. Francis Prep and Liam Fleming - Honor Roll at Holy Cross High School.
What sports does Holy Family Catholic Academy offer?
Holy Family Catholic Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football, Softball, Swimming and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Holy Family Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for Holy Family Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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