St. Thomas The Apole Catholic Academy in Woodhaven, NY, offers co–ed Catholic education for grades PK through 8 in a large city community.
The school enrolls 248 udents with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, supported by 13 teaching staff members.
Serving a predominantly diverse udent body with 98.7% students of color, the school ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for diversity.
As a member of the National Catholic Educational Association, the school integrates religious affiliation into its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Located in the Woodhaven neighborhood, this Catholic academy provides education consient with other city–based Catholic schools in the Queens area.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
248 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for St. Thomas The Apostle Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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