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

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About the School

St. Peter School in Yonkers, NY, serves co–ed udents in grades PK through 8 within a suburban community setting.
The school enrolls 211 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average class size of 20.
Annual tuition is $3,200, making.
Peter School one of the more affordable private K–8 options in the Yonkers area.
The udent body is 95.92% students of color, reflecting a high level of diversity among nearby private schools.
Peter School follows a Catholic religious affiliation and offers rolling admissions with formal dress code requirements.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 211 students
Yearly Tuition: $3,200
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	St. Peter School
Pre-K	58
Kind	23
1	15
2	18
3	25
4	12
5	15
6	16
7	14
8	15

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Year Founded

1911

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

211 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

96%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

14 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

15:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$3,200

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2 sports

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Peter School cost?

St. Peter School's tuition is approximately $3,200 for private students.

What sports does St. Peter School offer?

St. Peter School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.

What is St. Peter School's ranking?

St. Peter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. Peter School?

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

In what neighborhood is St. Peter School located?

St. Peter School is located in the Ludlow neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 3 other private schools located in Ludlow.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 5/17/2016

I am a proud mother of a child attending St. Peter's. The school is very attentive to the child's needs and the teachers are warm and welcoming. I am extremely happy with the progress my son has done. The Principal is a very nurturing and warm person who believes in her students and embraces parents. Great School!

- Posted by Parent - karen

5 5/17/2016

My kids love St. Peter's School. The teachers are very caring with each student. Learning is an priority and that's whats important. The school is like a big family.

- Posted by Parent - rafae

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Yonkers, NY is $6,453 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).