Southtowns Catholic School is a Catholic education community. We provide a faith-based education with Catholic virtues and Gospel values.
The faculty, families and parishes of Our Lady of Perpetual Help and St. Vincent de Paul together develop each student to his or her fullest potential.
We strive for excellence as we educate the leaders of tomorrow academically, spiritually and socially.
We believe that Southtowns Catholic School should strive to develop fully each child's spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical capabilities; to provide a Catholic Christian environment where a child develops a strong relationship with God, with an understanding that worship and prayer are means of communicating with Him; to emphasize the importance of life, and of moral and spiritual values; to contribute to the development of the total student by providing a variety of curricula, and extracurricular programs fostering concern for others; to offer religious programs on an academic basis and to provide opportunities for religious worship; to instruct children in the truths of our faith and inspire them, through example, to live a true Catholic Christian life; to foster in our students the ability to be visible examples of the Gospel, especially by being of service to others and to foster in our students the belief that they are unique and valuable, and possess talents upon which the continuity and future accomplishments of our communities rest.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Yearly Tuition: $2,765
- Acceptance rate: 85%
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Southtowns Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1983
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Educating for Faith, Family and Future
School Mascot
Lions
Student Body
Total Students
203 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
18 students
Number of AP Courses
1 course
Advanced Courses
Algebra Regents
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniofrm
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southtowns Catholic School cost?
Southtowns Catholic School's tuition is approximately $2,765 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Southtowns Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Southtowns Catholic School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
What sports does Southtowns Catholic School offer?
Southtowns Catholic School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer and Track and Field.
What is Southtowns Catholic School's ranking?
Southtowns Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Southtowns Catholic School?
The application deadline for Southtowns Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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