St. John's Preparatory School

St. John's Preparatory School is a Catholic, co-educational, urban high school committed to teaching its students Catholic doctrine and values.
We challenge and encourage our students to grow spiritually, intellectually, emotionally and morally.
We strive to foster a Christian community by teaching our students that they must love themselves, others and God.
We encourage our students to develop a sense of responsibility that addresses themselves, their families, their school and the needs of the world beyond the school.
St. John's Preparatory School is committed to educating an academically, ethnically, socially and racially mixed student body which mirrors the diversity of New York City.
We promote the development of our students' unique talents through our comprehensive academic and extracurricular programs.
We foster a deep sense of respect and appreciation in our students for the uniqueness and talents of others.
We challenge our students to recognize God and each other.
St. John's Preparatory School intends that the religious, moral, academic, social, physical and creative opportunities offered to our students will help prepare them for the many challenges of life.
It is our belief that a St. John's Preparatory School education will give our students a strong foundation as they work to build the City of God.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 624 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $45,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. John's Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1870
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
624 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
St. John's Preparatory School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
School Colors
White, Red

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL

School Notes

  • St. John's Preparatory School is a Catholic, co-educational, urban high school committed to teaching its students Catholic doctrine and values. We challenge and encourage our students to grow spiritually, intellectually, emotionally and morally. We strive to foster a Christian community by teaching our students that they must love themselves, others and God. We encourage our students to develop a sense of responsibility that addresses themselves, their families, their school and the needs of the world beyond the school. St. John's Preparatory School is committed to educating an academically, ethnically, socially and racially mixed student body which mirrors the diversity of New York City. We promote the development of our students' unique talents through our comprehensive academic and extracurricular programs. We foster a deep sense of respect and appreciation in our students for the uniqueness and talents of others. We challenge our students to recognize God and each other. St. John's Preparatory School intends that the religious, moral, academic, social, physical and creative opportunities offered to our students will help prepare them for the many challenges of life. It is our belief that a St. John's Preparatory School education will give our students a strong foundation as they work to build the City of God.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. John's Preparatory School cost?
St. John's Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $45,000 for private students.
What is St. John's Preparatory School's ranking?
St. John's Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John's Preparatory School?
The application deadline for St. John's Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 624 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $45,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Westchester County, NY is $26,060 for elementary schools and $32,249 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Westchester County, NY is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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