At a Glance
A Small, Heartfelt Catholic Elementary School in a Vibrant East Harlem Neighborhood
Families seeking a small, intimate Catholic education in East Harlem who value knowing every teacher and family at the school. It's particularly suited for families who want their children in a majority-minority environment reflecting the neighborhood's demographics and are comfortable navigating urban safety considerations.
- Tiny school (157 students total) means genuine smallness, not just a marketing label
- 13:1 student-teacher ratio — among the lower ratios in the city for elementary
- Near-zero white enrollment — reflects authentic community demographics rather than typical private school homogeneity
- Catholic school structure without the elite price tag of many Manhattan private schools
- Pre-K through 5th grade under one roof — continuity for families
- Safety score of 10/100 is extremely low — this reflects crime statistics in the neighborhood and is a real factor for families to consider
- Very limited enrollment (157 total across 7 grade levels) means classes are small but resources may be limited compared to larger schools
- No Asian or white students — if diversity beyond Black/Hispanic representation matters to you, this is worth noting
- Religious affiliation is Roman Catholic — families should be comfortable with faith-based education
- Only elementary grades — you'll need to plan for middle school transition
A small Roman Catholic elementary school serving Pre-K through 5th grade with a 13:1 student-teacher ratio and traditional Catholic values.
The student body is predominantly Black (46.5%) and Hispanic (46.5%), with virtually no white students — creating a very high diversity index of 0.672. This reflects the surrounding East Harlem community.
East Harlem (North) is a densely populated, transit-rich neighborhood with strong family presence. It's historically working-class and immigrant, with deep Puerto Rican and Black heritage. The area has seen waves of new development but retains its community feel.
Excellent transit options — the 83/100 transit score means subways and buses are easily accessible. Families can get around without a car.
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What Parents Are Saying
Mixed reviews; concerns about teacher/principal turnover, bullying issues in grades 4-5, and communication problems; some parents appreciated the school until issues arose
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is MT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for MT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in East Harlem (North).
- What grades does MT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL serve?
- MT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
- How do students get into MT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL?
- MT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is MT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- MT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is MT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL in?
- MT CARMEL-HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL is in East Harlem (North), Manhattan.
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