At a Glance
A Small Staten Island Catholic School Where Faith Meets Academic Rigor Through Fifth Grade
Families seeking an affordable Catholic education on Staten Island's south shore, particularly those with parish connections and children in Pre-K through 5th grade who value faith formation alongside academics. Best for families willing to navigate a car-dependent commute.
- Tuition range of $3,600–$7,200 makes it more affordable than many NYC private schools
- Pre-Kindergarten program available from age 3
- Star Care before and after school program for working families
- Smaller class sizes typical of parochial schools
- Strong emphasis on Catholic identity and sacrament preparation
- Chess Club and athletics available
- Single-campus elementary only (no middle or high school) — families must plan for transitions after 5th grade
- Mixed parent reviews indicate variability in teacher quality between classrooms
- Some parents have noted bullying concerns in reviews
- Located in car-dependent Staten Island — significant commute for families elsewhere on the island or in other boroughs
- Catholic identity is central — families should be comfortable with religious integration
A Roman Catholic elementary school serving Pre-K through 5th grade, rooted in parish tradition with an emphasis on faith formation, academic excellence, and sacrament preparation.
A traditional parochial school community where families often have longstanding ties to the parish. Parents report strong community feeling and caring teachers, though some note variability in teacher quality and occasional bullying concerns.
Located in the Annadale-Huguenot-Prince's Bay-Woodrow area of Staten Island, this is a suburban, family-oriented neighborhood with single-family homes and local businesses along Amboy Road. More car-dependent than Manhattan or north Brooklyn, but walking to nearby shops and the school is feasible.
Moderate — families typically drive in this suburban Staten Island neighborhood, though the school is accessible to local residents on foot
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What Parents Are Saying
Mixed reviews; parents praise challenging academics, caring teachers, and strong community feeling, though some note bullying concerns and variability in teacher quality. Niche rating 4.17/5, GreatSchools rating 3.7/5.
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
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