St. Francis De Sales Catholic Academy serves 636 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Francis De Sales Catholic Academy is 22:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Francis De Sales Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1913
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
636 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Francis De Sales Catholic Academy often compared to?
St. Francis De Sales Catholic Academy is often viewed alongside schools like St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy by visitors of our site.
What is St. Francis De Sales Catholic Academy's ranking?
St. Francis De Sales Catholic Academy 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. Francis De Sales Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for St. Francis De Sales Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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