St. Joseph Hill Academy serves 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-8. The student:teacher of St.
Joseph Hill Academy is 14:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Joseph Hill Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
564 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Summum Bonum
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph Hill Academy's ranking?
St. Joseph Hill Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Joseph Hill Academy?
The application deadline for St. Joseph Hill Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Joseph Hill Academy located?
St. Joseph Hill Academy is located in the Arrochar neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 3 other private schools located in Arrochar.
School Calendar
View the St. Joseph Hill Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last day for shadowing for 8th graders (Events)
November 06, 2025 (Thursday)
Martin Luther King - school closed (Events)
January 19, 2026 (Monday)
Presidents week - school closed (Events)
February 16, 2026 (Monday)
Presidents week - school closed (Events)
February 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
Presidents week - school closed (Events)
February 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
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