Our Lady Of Lourdes School

468 W 143rd St New York, NY 10031
www.ollnyc.org

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 290 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,150
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 290 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,150
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Our Lady Of Lourdes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1912

Student Body

Total Students
290 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost

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Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
14 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art ClubBallroom Dancing
Chess ClubChoir
Code ClubMath Club
Reading clubScience Club
Student CouncilTheatre
Yearbook Club


Arts and Music Programs:
GuitarNY Philharmonic
Very Young Composers

School Notes

  • Our Lady of Lourdes School welcomes students of varied abilities and diverse ethnic backgrounds.
  • The administration, faculty, and staff recognize the value of each individual and are committed to each student's spiritual, academic, social, and cultural development.
  • As a small Catholic school, we pride ourselves on our close-knit community.
  • Everyone is welcome when they step inside our doors.
  • We provide our students with a solid academic curriculum and a safe, structured environment.
  • We believe that every student who enters an OLL classroom grows academically and socially.
  • Our Lady of Lourdes School has been serving the children of Hamilton Heights since 1912.
  • The school educates students in Pre-K through 8th grades.
  • It combines Catholic values with the most up-to-date teaching strategies and technology applications in order to educate the entire person.
  • At Our Lady of Lourdes School, faith and knowledge meet.
  • The well-rounded education that we deliver prepares students for their next steps in life.
  • Our Lady of Lourdes offers a strong academic curriculum for grades Pre K through 8th.
  • Our curriculum is in accordance with the guidelines set by New York State, as well as by the Archdiocese of New York.
  • Our Lady of Lourdes School welcomes students of varied abilities and diverse ethnic backgrounds. The administration, faculty, and staff recognize the value of each individual and are committed to each student's spiritual, academic, social, and cultural development. As a small Catholic school, we pride ourselves on our close-knit community. Everyone is welcome when they step inside our doors. We provide our students with a solid academic curriculum and a safe, structured environment. We believe that every student who enters an OLL classroom grows academically and socially. Our Lady of Lourdes School has been serving the children of Washington Heights since 1909. The school educates students in Pre-K through 8th grades. It combines Catholic values with the most up-to-date teaching strategies and technology applications in order to educate the entire person. At Our Lady of Lourdes School, faith and knowledge meet. The well-rounded education that we deliver prepares students for their next steps in life. Our Lady of Lourdes offers a strong academic curriculum for grades Pre K through 8th. Our curriculum is in accordance with the guidelines set by New York State, as well as by the Archdiocese of New York.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Our Lady Of Lourdes School cost?
Our Lady Of Lourdes School's tuition is approximately $6,150 for private students.
What sports does Our Lady Of Lourdes School offer?
Our Lady Of Lourdes School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Indoor Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Our Lady Of Lourdes School's ranking?
Our Lady Of Lourdes School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Lourdes School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Date
Last day of Food Drive
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)

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I wanted to make the best decision possible for my daughter, it's a lot of pressure in determining the best academic choice for your child at an early age. I am still understanding how my daughter learns at age 4. I visited the school and walking out of her interview; I knew I had made the best choice for our family. I literally cried with relief knowing that I was doing all I could for her. This school has been wonderful, it's our first year, and I am impressed. The school has great faculty; the parents are involved, and the programming is impressive either at no cost or minimal cost to parents. I would say, visit, learn more, it might be a great fit. It was for us!
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