Is BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL a good school?

Published quality ratings aren't available for BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades 9 to 12 in New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis.

What grades does BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL serve?

BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL serves grades 9 to 12.

How do students get into BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL?

BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.

Is BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL public, charter, or private?

BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL is a private school.

What neighborhood is BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL in?

BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL is in New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis, Staten Island.

BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL

At a Glance

An Intimate, Suburban High School on Staten Island — Where Small Really Means Small

Best suited for

Families on Staten Island seeking a deeply personal, intimate educational experience for a teen who thrives in very small settings — and who is comfortable with a racially homogeneous community. Best for students who don't need robust extracurricular programming and whose parents prioritize individualized attention over social diversity or typical high school activities.

What stands out

6-to-1 student-teacher ratio — extraordinarily intimate
Total enrollment of just 24 students across grades 9-12
Nonsectarian (unusual for a school named after a bishop)
Suburban Staten Island setting with a quiet, residential feel

Things to consider

Extremely homogeneous student body — very limited cultural diversity
Tiny size means limited sports teams, clubs, and social options
Staten Island location requires a car; no easy transit
With only 24 students total, social dynamics can be challenging
Zero Hispanic representation in student body
May feel isolated or too small for teens who want a typical high school experience

Identity

The Tiny Scale Suggests A Philosophy Centered On Personal Relationships And Individualized Attention Rather Than Robust Academic Programming Or Diverse Extracurricular Offerings. With A 6:1 Ratio, There'S Simply No Room To Hide Or Slip Through The Cracks.

A nonsectarian private high school with just 24 students total — this is a school where everyone knows everyone, and teachers can give enormous individual attention.

Community

Homogeneous

This is one of the least diverse private schools in New York City — over 91% of students are White, with minimal Asian and Black representation and zero Hispanic students. The diversity index of 0.31 is far below the city's average.

Neighborhood

New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis

Bishop Ahern sits in New Springville on Staten Island, a sprawling, car-dependent area with suburban feel. There's no subway access, and most families will need to drive. The neighborhood is residential and quiet, with family density rated 27 per 100 households — moderate.

This is a car-dependent area. Unless you live within walking distance, expect a commute across bridges with no reliable transit option.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL a good school?: Published quality ratings aren't available for BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades 9 to 12 in New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis.
What grades does BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL serve?: BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL serves grades 9 to 12.
How do students get into BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL?: BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
Is BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL public, charter, or private?: BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL is a private school.
What neighborhood is BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL in?: BISHOP PATRICK V AHERN HIGH SCHOOL is in New Springville-Willowbrook-Bulls Head-Travis, Staten Island.