St. Rita School (Closed 2021)

Over 80 years of Academic Excellence, upholding its proud tradition, St. Rita School continues to offer instruction in major subject areas in accordance with the New York State Syllabus and Archdiocesan Religious Education Guidelines.
St. Rita has extended its educational programs to include computer technology programs, music and physical education in grades Pre-K to eight.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students
273 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
46%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
St. Rita School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

School Notes

  • Over 80 years of Academic Excellence, upholding its proud tradition, St. Rita School continues to offer instruction in major subject areas in accordance with the New York State Syllabus and Archdiocesan Religious Education Guidelines. St. Rita has extended its educational programs to include computer technology programs, music and physical education in grades Pre-K to eight.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for St. Rita School?
The application deadline for St. Rita School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Rita School located?
St. Rita School is located in the Manor Heights neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.

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