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Best North Riverdale Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 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 75%.
100% of private schools in North Riverdale are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish and Catholic).

Top-Ranked North Riverdale Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Margaret Of Cortona School
(Catholic)
452 W 260th St
Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 549-8580
Gr: PK-8 | 259 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sar Academy
All-girls (Jewish)
655 W 254th St
Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 548-1717
Gr: K-9 | 856 students Tuition listed
Sar High School
(Jewish)
503 W 259th St
Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 548-2727
Gr: 9-12 | 636 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed

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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