Our Lady of Perpetual Help School is dedicated to the development of Christian values emanating from the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Following the Catholic tradition as was begun by the Dominican Sisters of Sparkhill, an active faith response within the school, parish, and outside community is emphasized to every child.
Therefore, as a school community in addition to our Liturgies, we not only celebrate, pray and worship together daily, our students are involved in a variety of service projects that call for community involvement that benefit the needy and elderly in our community and beyond.
The faculty and staff of Our Lady of Perpetual Help School are committed to the spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth of each child.
As a result, students consistently perform well on State Standardized tests surpassing local, national and Diocesan scores.
Our students are accepted by their first choice of the best Catholic and Specialized Public High Schools in the area and are often awarded scholarships.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1927
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to the Development of the Whole Child
Student Body
Total Students
392 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy's ranking?
Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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