Founded in 1949 by the Carmelite Fathers, The Transfiguration School has a distinguished history of educating leaders who are intellectually competent, open to growth, committed to serving others, and rooted in faith.
Transfiguration graduates are among the most successful in the Central Westchester Catholic School Region earning scholarships to private or Catholic college preparatory schools averaging some half-million dollars annually.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
143 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
51%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
The annual tuition for 2021-2022 is $7,450. The Archdiocesan Family Grant is $1,500 per eligible child. Tuition for five-day, full-day PreK (3-and 4-year-olds): $8,050
% on Financial Aid
25%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama productions, Scouting
Arts and Music Programs:
Band Program
School Notes
- The Transfiguration School provides students with a structured, faith-based, and academically rigorous education program. We strive to create a community of servant-leaders who are dedicated to advancing the common good and believe in forming young men and women of competence, conscience and compassion.
- Located in the heart of Tarrytown on a quiet, wooded campus, Transfiguration School is minutes away from Metro North, the Governor Mario Cuomo Bridge, and I-87. Need-based scholarships are available for students in Kindergarten through grade eight.
- Accredited by AdvanceEd, The Transfiguration School is staffed by dedicated, experienced New York State-certified teachers. Teaching assistants are employed in all Pre-K, Kindergarten and first-grade classrooms. Our curriculum follows the National Common Core Learning Standards (CCLS). We offer Spanish language instruction for all grades, an advanced math program for students in grades five through eight, fully-equipped, STEM lab and multi-media/library center.
- A remedial resource teacher is available on staff and an after school program staffed by teachers is available until 6:00 p.m.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Transfiguration School cost?
Transfiguration School's tuition is approximately $7,450 for private students.
What sports does Transfiguration School offer?
Transfiguration School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Transfiguration School?
The application deadline for Transfiguration School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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