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St. Edmund Preparatory High School

2474 Ocean Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11229

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Founded in 1932 by the Dominican Sisters of the Congregation of Our Lady of the Rosary of Sparkill, New York, St. Edmund Preparatory High School is a co-educational, private Catholic high school located in Brooklyn, New York.

We offer a 4-year academic, college preparatory and religious education curriculum.

Originally founded as a parochial high school of St. Edmund Parish, we are currently an independent school, governed by a lay board of trustees.

The school is chartered by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York, and accredited by the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges.

We are an IB World School. St. Edmund Prep serves approximately 750 students from Brooklyn and Queens.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 510 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,975
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1932

Colors

White, Purple

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

510 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

48%

State avg.: 39%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

41 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

22 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

11 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$7,975

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Admissions Director

Deacon Ron Rizzuto

Admissions Associate

Nancy Lundy

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

12 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

30 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Art ClubCalligraphy Club

Campus MinistryChamber Ensemble

ChorusComputer Club

Concert BandEmmaus Retreat Team

Foreign Language ClubFreshmen Mentors

Hush Little Baby (aid to those in neo-natal intensive care unit)Inklings

Interact ClubJazz Ensemble

Junior Year CommitteeLiterary Magazine - Equinox

National Honor SocietyNewspaper - The Eagle

Pep BandPhotography Club

SADDSavings and Investment Club

Senior Year CommitteeSound Crew

Stage CrewStrategy Club

Student CouncilTeens Teach Reading

Video YearbookYearbook - The Canterburian

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Founded in 1932 by the Dominican Sisters of the Congregation of Our Lady of the Rosary of Sparkill, New York, St. Edmund Preparatory High School is a co-educational, private Catholic high school located in Brooklyn, New York. We offer a 4-year academic, college preparatory and religious education curriculum. Originally founded as a parochial high school of St. Edmund Parish, we are currently an independent school, governed by a lay board of trustees. The school is chartered by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York, and accredited by the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges. We are an IB World School. St. Edmund Prep serves approximately 750 students from Brooklyn and Queens.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Edmund Preparatory High School cost?

St. Edmund Preparatory High School's tuition is approximately $7,975 for private students.

What sports does St. Edmund Preparatory High School offer?

St. Edmund Preparatory High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Golf, Ice Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. St. Edmund Preparatory High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.

What is St. Edmund Preparatory High School's ranking?

St. Edmund Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for St. Edmund Preparatory High School?

The application deadline for St. Edmund Preparatory High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Edmund Preparatory High School located?

St. Edmund Preparatory High School is located in the Homecrest neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other private schools located in Homecrest.

School Calendar

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Date

First Day of Classes

September 11, 2026 (Friday)

Last Day of Senior Classes

May 14, 2027 (Friday)

School Closed

May 27, 2027 (Thursday)

School Closed

May 28, 2027 (Friday)

School Closed

May 31, 2027 (Monday)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 510 students
Yearly Tuition: $7,975
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Brooklyn, NY is $23,010 for elementary schools and $25,159 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Brooklyn, NY is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).