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 (2025)
- 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:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
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.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
$33,270
% 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
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Event
Date
First Day of Classes (I-IX)
September 03, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of Classes (Kindergarten)
September 08, 2025 (Monday)
Rosh Hashanah (School Closed)
September 23, 2025 (Tuesday)
Yom Kippur (School Closed)
October 02, 2025 (Thursday)
Indigenous Peoples' Day/Columbus Day (School Closed)
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
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