St. Columbanus School is a faith community in which students, Preschool to Grade 8, are encouraged to develop their intellectual, emotional, spiritual, social and physical gifts to their fullest potential.
Students are taught Christian prinicples to guide them in making moral decisions as they live out their Christian role of service in the global community.
We, the faculty and staff of St. Columbanus School, guide our students in their spiritual, intellectual, physical and social growth.
We provide an academically demanding curriculum in a nurturing Catholic environment that encourages and aids each student to develop his/her intellect to its full potential.
Our religious purpose is to educate the whole child based on the Gospel values and to foster growth in their faith journey to become more like Christ.
We understand that discipleship is ministry of care, encouragement and love.
We seek to express our faith to those outside our school community through word and action.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,500
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Columbanus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
AP Courses
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1957
Student Body
Total Students
189 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
68%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Mrs. Kathleen Nertney
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Band (Tuesday afternoons)
School Notes
- School Motto: Values. Community. Leadership. Excellence.
- St. Columbanus School is a faith community in which students, Preschool to Grade 8, are encouraged to develop their intellectual, emotional, spiritual, social and physical gifts to their fullest potential.
- Students are taught Christian prinicples to guide them in making moral decisions as they live out their Christian role of service in the global community.
- We, the faculty and staff of St. Columbanus School, guide our students in their spiritual, intellectual, physical and social growth.
- We provide an academically demanding curriculum in a nurturing Catholic environment that encourages and aids each student to develop his/her intellect to its full potential.
- Our religious purpose is to educate the whole child based on the Gospel values and to foster growth in their faith journey to become more like Christ.
- We understand that discipleship is ministry of care, encouragement and love.
- We seek to express our faith to those outside our school community through word and action.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Columbanus School cost?
St. Columbanus School's tuition is approximately $6,500 for private students.
What schools are St. Columbanus School often compared to?
St. Columbanus School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Augustine School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Columbanus School's ranking?
St. Columbanus School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Columbanus School?
The application deadline for St. Columbanus School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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