St. Vincent Ferrer High School

151 E 65th St New York, NY 10065
saintvincentferrer.com

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 373 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,800
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Saint Vincent Ferrer is a Catholic, college preparatory high school established in the tradition of St. Dominic; our mission is to provide a supportive and challenging academic environment and to teach young women from diverse backgrounds to develop confidence in their abilities.
  • We encourage our students to be effective witnesses of Christ's love and productive members of society.
  • Saint Vincent Ferrer High School subscribes to the philosophy that education is a process of growth and development - a process based on strong faith in God and on respect for each person as an individual and as a responsible member of society.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 373 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $11,800
  • Acceptance rate: 85%
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Student Body
School History
School Resources

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1884
Colors
White, Green

Student Body

Total Students
373 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Acceptance Rate
85%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million

School Notes

  • School Motto: To search for truth through study
  • School Mascot: Falcon
  • Saint Vincent Ferrer is a Catholic, college preparatory high school established in the tradition of St. Dominic; our mission is to provide a supportive and challenging academic environment and to teach young women from diverse backgrounds to develop confidence in their abilities. We encourage our students to be effective witnesses of Christ's love and productive members of society. Saint Vincent Ferrer High School subscribes to the philosophy that education is a process of growth and development - a process based on strong faith in God and on respect for each person as an individual and as a responsible member of society.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Vincent Ferrer High School cost?
St. Vincent Ferrer High School's tuition is approximately $11,800 for private students.
What schools are St. Vincent Ferrer High School often compared to?
St. Vincent Ferrer High School is often viewed alongside schools like Dominican Academy, Notre Dame School, Cathedral High School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Vincent Ferrer High School?
The acceptance rate of St. Vincent Ferrer High School is 85%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.
What is St. Vincent Ferrer High School's ranking?
St. Vincent Ferrer High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for St. Vincent Ferrer High School?
The application deadline for St. Vincent Ferrer High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event
Date
THANKSGIVING BREAK [Saint Vincent Ferrer High School] [Public calendar]
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
First Day of Lent [Saint Vincent Ferrer High School] [Public calendar]
February 10, 2027 (Wednesday)
Seniors' Last Day of Classes [Saint Vincent Ferrer High School] [Public calendar]
May 19, 2027 (Wednesday)
Last Day of Classes - 12:00 PM Dismissal [Saint Vincent Ferrer High School] [Public calendar]
June 11, 2027 (Friday)

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The average private school tuition in New York, NY is $47,316 for elementary schools and $49,836 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in New York, NY is 58% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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