St. Peter's Boys High School is an American Catholic all-boys' high school, located in the West New Brighton area of the Staten Island borough of New York City, New York.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Peters Boys High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1917
Colors
Blue, Gold
Student Body
Total Students
447 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Thou shalt love the Lord, thy God, with all thy heart, and with thy whole soul, with all thy strength and with all thy mind, as thy neighbor, as thyself.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Peters Boys High School often compared to?
St. Peters Boys High School is often viewed alongside schools like Msgr Farrell High School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Peters Boys High School's ranking?
St. Peters Boys High School 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. Peters Boys High School?
The application deadline for St. Peters Boys High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Peters Boys High School located?
St. Peters Boys High School is located in the Mid Island neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 5 other private schools located in Mid Island.
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