School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1951
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
337 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 39%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Santa Maria School uniform
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
this is the cost of one child in the K-8 program. Rates vary dependent on number of children per family, parishoner status, and grade level. Please refer to our website for all tuition rates.
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
BandBook Club
ChoirYearbook
Club or Organization:
ArtCooking
DramaGirl Scouts
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Baseball Clinics
School Notes
- Santa Maria School is a Pre-K3 through 8th grade Roman Catholic school in the Westchester Square neighborhood of the East Bronx. Santa Maria offers full day classes for all grades as well as early morning breakfast and aftercare programs.
- Art, music, computer lab, gym, and a library with over 8,000 books are just some of the available enrichment oportunities, which complement the core academic curriculum.
- Santa Maria School is a Pre-K4 through 8th grade Roman Catholic school in the Westchester Square neighborhood of the East Bronx. Santa Maria offers full day classes for all grades as well as early morning breakfast and aftercare programs.
- Art, music, computer lab, gym, and a library with over 8,000 books are just some of the available enrichment oportunities, which complement the core academic curriculum.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Santa Maria School cost?
Santa Maria School's tuition is approximately $6,300 for private students.
What sports does Santa Maria School offer?
Santa Maria School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Santa Maria School?
The application deadline for Santa Maria School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Santa Maria School located?
Santa Maria School is located in the Westchester Square neighborhood of Bronx, NY.
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