St. Bernards School

St Bernards School offers able young boys of diverse backgrounds an exceptionally thorough, rigorous, and enjoyable introduction to learning and community life.
We wish to inspire boys to value hard work and fair play, to develop confidence, consideration for others, and a sense of citizenship, and to have fun while doing these things.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-9
  • Enrollment: 365 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $33,270
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Bernards School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Year Founded
1904
Colors
White, Red

Student Body

Total Students
365 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
17%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$21,677
Admissions Director
Anne Nordeman and Heidi Gore

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

School Notes

  • School Mascot: St. Bernard (dog)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Bernards School cost?
St. Bernards School's tuition is approximately $33,270 for private students.
What schools are St. Bernards School often compared to?
St. Bernards School is often viewed alongside schools like Collegiate School, Allen-Stevenson School by visitors of our site.
What sports does St. Bernards School offer?
St. Bernards School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Soccer and Track and Field.
What is St. Bernards School's ranking?
St. Bernards School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Bernards School?
The application deadline for St. Bernards School is Dec. 1.

School Calendar

View the St. Bernards School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
First Day of School (I-IX)
September 09, 2026 (Wednesday)
First Day of Kindergarten (Half Day)
September 10, 2026 (Thursday)
Yom Kippur, school closed
September 21, 2026 (Monday)
Indigenous Peoples' Day/Columbus Day, school closed
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Holiday, school closed
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top-Ranked NY School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-9
  • Enrollment: 365 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $33,270
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 1
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in New York, NY is $46,376 for elementary schools and $48,724 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New York, NY is 57% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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