St. Raymond Academy For Girls
Tel:
(718) 824-4220
- St. Raymond Academy, founded in 1960, is a small Catholic High School for young women.
- It offers a strong college preparatory program along with business electives.
- The Academy is committed to guiding students to an appreciation of learning that will enable them not only to realize their God-given potential, but also prepare them to make their unique contribution to society. Accredited by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York, and also by Middle States.
- We value an education that fosters the pursuit of truth and broadens our students' horizons. We encourage them to accept and respect the diversities among peoples, to live in harmony with others, and to seek peaceful resolutions to conflicts.
- We strive to foster in our students a pride in their womanhood, and seek to provide them with the tools necessary to develop into capable, self-confident adults.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 330 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,900
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Top Placements
St. Raymond Academy For Girls places among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
- Category Attribute
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) Other school association(s) Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild Learning Differences |
| Year Founded | 1960 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 330 students |
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| % Students of Color | 96% State avg.: 29% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 23 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 14:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 25 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 4 courses |
| Advanced Courses | AP ENGLISH LITERATURE & COMPOSITION, AP SPANISH LANGUAGE, AP SPANISH LITERATURE, AP US HISTORY |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Students must adhere to dress code as per student handbook) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $6,900 |
| % on Financial Aid | 70% |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Lisa Schaller |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 6 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Drill Team, Softball, VolleyballBasketball, Cheering, Dance, Drill Team, Softball, Volleyball, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 20 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Book Club, Fashion Design, Step Team Arts and Music Programs: Book Club, College and Career Day, College Mentoring, Girl Power, International Day, Leadership Team, Life Teen, Liturgical Choir, Liturgical Chor, National Honor Society, Project Cicero Book Drive, Prom Committee, Sacrament Preparation, School Band, Student Council, Yearbook Committee Recreational Athletic Programs: Step Team |
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School Reviews
| 5 Saint Raymond Academy is a great school! My daughter graduated from there a few years ago and I can't say enough about this school. The teachers are very concerned and the atmosphere is family- like. All students are college ready by graduation and many go to top colleges. - Posted by Parent - Proud parent |
| 5 St. Raymond Academy is an excellent all girls Catholic HS. It's one of the best in the Bronx. The students are friendly and nice with each other. The teachers are amazing and the leadership is excellent. You won't regret having your daughter attend this school! - Posted by Parent - Jeanne G. |
| 5 I really want to go to this school but I don't have enough money - Posted by Student/Alumni - chich |
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