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.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,300
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Santa Maria School 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
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.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Santa Maria School uniform
Santa Maria School uniform
Tuition and 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.
Band, Book Club, Choir, Yearbook
Club or Organization:
Art, Cooking, Drama, Girl Scouts
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Baseball Clinics
Club or Organization:
Art, Cooking, Drama, Girl Scouts
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Baseball Clinics
School Notes
- 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.
What is Santa Maria School's ranking?
Santa Maria School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
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).
School Reviews
5 4/7/2023
this school is the best school I've ever been to so you should bring your children here they take care of us well and showed us what it's like to have a real childhood other than our parents also I think to me that they have great activities and other stuff that can let your child have a real experience and no I'm, not an ad to get you to come to Santa maria school im a real person who experienced this so if you're looking for a school for your child come to Santa maria school because it's the best place ever!
5 4/7/2023
this school is a great place and i really respect its honesty
5 1/31/2013
My son is very happy with the school and the teachers are
great to deal with. He loves taking dance, piano & band.
thank you for giving us a wonderful school.
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