Incarnation School is a private Catholic elementary school in the Washington Heights section of Manhattan.
Founded in 1910, Incarnation is dedicated to providing the foundation for each child to develop into successful business and community leaders.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,300
- Average class size: 28 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Incarnation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1910
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
270 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
28 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
66%
Admissions Director
Development Fellow
Admissions Associate
Maria Morales
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
School Notes
- Incarnation School affirms the uniqueness of each child and concentrates on the intellectual, spiritual, moral, aesthetic, social, and physical growth of every student. The administration, faculty, and staff of Incarnation School undertake this responsibility within the context of Catholic tradition and doctrine. We strive to provide a climate in which students feel safe and mature as thinking, ethical individuals sensitive to the needs of others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Incarnation School cost?
Incarnation School's tuition is approximately $3,300 for private students.
What schools are Incarnation School often compared to?
Incarnation School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Elizabeth School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Incarnation School offer?
Incarnation School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Soccer and Track and Field.
What is Incarnation School's ranking?
Incarnation School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Incarnation School?
The application deadline for Incarnation School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Incarnation School is Yeshiva Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Elizabeth Catholic School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Medical Center Nrsy School (0.4 miles away)
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St. Elizabeth School
(Catholic)
612 W 187th St
New York, NY 10033
(212) 568-7291
New York, NY 10033
(212) 568-7291
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Bronx, NY 10452
(718) 293-4288
Bronx, NY 10452
(718) 293-4288
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(718) 588-7598
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(718) 588-7598
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(718) 538-5959
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Corpus Christi School
(Catholic)
535 W 121st St
New York, NY 10027
(212) 662-9344
New York, NY 10027
(212) 662-9344
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 172 students Avg. class size: 19 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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