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North Riverdale Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,751 students in the neighborhood of North Riverdale, Bronx, NY.
The top ranked private schools in North Riverdale include Sar High School, Sar Academy, and St. Margaret Of Cortona School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the New York private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
100% of private schools in North Riverdale are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked North Riverdale Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Margaret Of Cortona School
St. Margaret Of Cortona School
Gr: PK-8 | 259 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
452 W 260th St
Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 549-8580
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Map of Sar Academy
Sar Academy
Gr: K-9 | 856 students
All-girls (Jewish)
655 W 254th St
Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 548-1717
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Map of Sar High School
Sar High School
Gr: 9-12 | 636 students
Jewish
503 W 259th St
Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 548-2727
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of North Riverdale, Bronx, NY?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of North Riverdale, Bronx, NY include Sar High School, Sar Academy, and St. Margaret Of Cortona School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of North Riverdale, Bronx?
3 private schools are located in the neighborhood of North Riverdale, Bronx.
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in the neighborhood of North Riverdale, Bronx?
100% of private schools in the neighborhood of North Riverdale, Bronx are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

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