At a Glance
A Neighborhood Parish School Since 1925 — Where Faith, STEM, and Community Come Together
Families in or near Inwood who want an affordable, faith-based private school with strong community ties and a nurturing environment. Ideal for parents who value the parish-school model and want STEM/arts alongside religious education — and who don't need a school with grades beyond 5th grade.
- Tuition under $5,600 — unusually affordable for NYC private schools
- Parish school community since 1925 — deep roots in the neighborhood
- Rolling admissions — apply whenever you're ready
- STEM and arts programs alongside religious education
- Strong parent reviews praising teachers and leadership
- Pre-K through 5th grade only — no middle school, so you'll need a transition plan
- Catholic identity isn't optional — religious education is part of the curriculum
- Inwood is far north — commute can be lengthy from other boroughs
- Limited to one campus with a small student body
A Catholic parish school founded in 1925, rooted in faith, respect, and service to others. It's a true parish-school community — not just a school with a religious label.
Parents describe a genuine family atmosphere — the kind of place where teachers know your child by name and the community feels more like a neighborhood than an institution. Strong relationships between families, faculty, and the parish.
Inwood is one of Manhattan's most family-friendly neighborhoods — quieter than downtown, with strong community ties, local shops, and parks. The family density score of 74/100 reflects that it's popular with families.
The school sits in a residential pocket of Inwood, convenient for families who live in the neighborhood. If you're coming from elsewhere in the city, factor in commute time — Inwood is far from most Manhattan transit hubs.
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What Parents Are Saying
Positive reviews highlight wonderful teachers, strong leadership, focus on STEM and arts, great sense of family and community, safe and nurturing environment
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Inwood.
- What grades does GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL serve?
- GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL?
- GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL in?
- GOOD SHEPHERD SCHOOL is in Inwood, Manhattan.
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