St. Francis Prep (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 2,420 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,550
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 31 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Francis Prep
9	627
10	610
11	600
12	583

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Year Founded

1858

Colors

Blue, Red

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

2,420 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

57%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

116 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

21:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

83%

Average Class Size

31 students

Number of AP Courses

16 courses

Advanced Courses

AP American HistoryAP Art History

AP BiologyAP Calculus

AP ChemistryAP English Language

AP English LiteratureAP Environmental Science

AP European HistoryAP Government and Politics

AP ItalianAP Music Theory

AP PhysicsAP Psychology

AP Spanish LanguageAP World History

Average SAT score

1120

(Out of 1600)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,550

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Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Ms. Lisa Schaefer

Admissions Associate

Mr. Abelardo Leston

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

22 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

79 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

African American Heritage ClubCeramics Club

Chess ClubChinese Club

Croatian ClubDrug & Alcohol Prevention Team

Duns Scotus Speech and Student CongressEgyptian Club

Extraordinary MinistersFilipino Club

Franciscan Youth MovementGerman Club

German Exchange StudentsGreek Club

Haitian ClubHarry Potter Club

Hawaiian/Polynesian ClubHero Club

Indian ClubiPalette Club

Irish ClubItalian Club

Japanese ClubKey Club

Korean ClubLectors

Library AidesLiturgical Committee

Liturgical DancersLiturgical Ensemble

Liturgy AssistantsMartial Arts

Math National Honor SocietyMathematics Club

Middle Eastern ClubMock Trial Club

Model UNMorning Prayer Leaders

National Arts Honor SocietyNational History Day

National History Scholars SocietyNational Honor Society

NYS Science Honor SocietyPaint Ball Club

Peer CounselingPeer Tutoring

Photography ClubPolish Club

Political Science ClubProject Challenge

PS4 Big Brother/Sister ProgramPublic Forum Debate

Retreat LeadersRock & Roll Club

San Fran Year BookSave Our Planet

Science OlympiadSFPageturners

SFPtvSnow Club

Soup Kitchen VolunteersSpanish Club

Students for Social AwarenessThe Little Portion Literary magazine

The Seraph Student NewspaperTrial of the Century

Urban Challengevideo Game Club

Wednesday Jam SessionWest African Club

West Indian Club

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Arts and Music Programs:

Alvernian Drama Society

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Intramural BasketballIntramural Football

Intramural FrisbeeIntramural Handball

Intramural Ping PongIntramural Softball

Intramural Volleyball

School Notes

St. Francis Prep is a Catholic college preparatory school in the Franciscan tradition.
Our mission is to enable all students to develop and broaden their spiritual, intellectual, creative, emotional, social, and physical abilities.
We value the unique contribution each person makes to the Prep community.
Together we create an environment filled with academic sucess, respect, integrity, and joy.

School Mascot: Terrier

St. Francis Prep was founded in 1858 by the Franciscan Brothers. Located in Queens, New York, St. Francis Prep draws students from all areas of the city. The school is accredited by the New York State Board of Regents and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. Admission to St. Francis Prep is based on a competitive entrance examination and 6th, 7th, and 8th grade achievement.

St. Francis Prep is a Catholic college preparatory school in the Franciscan tradition. Our mission is to enable all students to develop and broaden their spiritual, intellectual, creative, emotional, social, and physical abilities. We value the unique contribution each person makes to the Prep community. Together we create an environment filled with academic sucess, respect, integrity, and joy.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Francis Prep cost?

St. Francis Prep's tuition is approximately $9,550 for private students.

What schools are St. Francis Prep often compared to?

St. Francis Prep is often viewed alongside schools like Archbishop Molloy High School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of St. Francis Prep?

The acceptance rate of St. Francis Prep is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.

What sports does St. Francis Prep offer?

St. Francis Prep offers 22 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Paddle Tennis, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Weightlifting. St. Francis Prep is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.

What is St. Francis Prep's ranking?

St. Francis Prep ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Francis Prep?

The application deadline for St. Francis Prep is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5 4/7/2023

My son and my daughter are St. Francis Prep Alumni. Each stated after their first week in college (Hofstra and LIU CW POST) "I`m so glad you made the sacrifice and sent me to Prep - they taught me to think and to think outside the box! I`m so prepared for college, for life." Prep has a rigorous academic program, loving, caring, and encouraging teachers, and many co-curricular activities and sports choices. My grandchildren tell me their parents insist St. Francis Prep is the only choice for High School. My oldest grandchild, a Sophomore, is very competitive and LOVES St. Francis Prep! It is a blessing that Prep has become a family tradition-well worth the sacrifice!

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The average private school tuition in Queens County, NY is $12,525 for elementary schools and $15,513 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Queens County, NY is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).