Is ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL a good school?

Published quality ratings aren't available for ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Hunts Point.

What grades does ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL serve?

ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.

How do students get into ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL?

ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.

Is ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL public, charter, or private?

ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL is a private school.

What neighborhood is ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL in?

ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL is in Hunts Point, Bronx.

ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL

At a Glance

A Catholic Elementary Anchor in Hunts Point Serving a Predominantly Hispanic Community

Best suited for

Families seeking a Catholic elementary education in Hunts Point or the surrounding Bronx neighborhoods who value faith-based values, a moderate-sized environment, and a school that reflects the local Hispanic community. Parents should be prepared for the transition to middle school after 5th grade and comfortable with a religiously-inflected curriculum.

What stands out

Roman Catholic identity with daily religious instruction and spiritual development
Elementary-only structure (Pre-K through 5th grade) providing focused early education
Neighborhood anchor institution serving the Hunts Point community
Moderate class sizes with 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Predominantly Hispanic student body reflecting and serving the local community

Things to consider

The school serves only elementary grades (Pre-K to 5th) — families will need to plan for middle school placement afterward
Religious affiliation is central to the program — families should be comfortable with Catholic values and instruction
The student body is not particularly diverse — this may or may not align with family priorities
Limited information available about specialized programs, extracurriculars, or academic outcomes beyond basic demographics
As a private school, tuition applies — cost is a practical factor

IdentityThe School Integrates Catholic Values And Religious Instruction Into Its Academic Program, Serving As A Neighborhood Institution That Has Likely Served Generations Of Families In Hunts Point. As An Elementary-Only School, The Focus Is On Foundational Academics, Spiritual Development, And Preparing Students For The Transition To Middle School.

A Roman Catholic elementary school (Pre-K through 5th grade) with moderate enrollment of 325 students and a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The school operates within the Catholic educational tradition.

CommunityModerate

The student body is predominantly Hispanic (81.8%), with significant Black enrollment (14.2%) and very small Asian and white populations. The diversity index of 0.32 reflects a relatively homogeneous student body, which is typical for schools serving specific neighborhood communities.

NeighborhoodHunts Point

Hunts Point is a working-class neighborhood in the South Bronx, known for the Hunts Point Terminal Market (one of the largest wholesale food distribution centers in the country), strong Latino cultural roots, and a tight-knit community feel. The area has seen ongoing revitalization efforts and is well-served by local institutions like St. Athanasius.

The school sits on Southern Boulevard, a main thoroughfare in Hunts Point. Families living in the neighborhood can likely walk to school, though many students may commute from surrounding Bronx neighborhoods.

Notable Programs

Breakfast programArt and Multimedia centerComprehensive After-school ProgramFully equipped libraryExtended day program for Pre-K to 2nd grade

What Parents Are Saying

Mixed reviews - one parent reported negative experience regarding student dismissal, while another praised academic improvements after transferring, excellent teachers, and varied after-school activities (yoga, chess, Zumba)

Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL a good school?: Published quality ratings aren't available for ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Hunts Point.
What grades does ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL serve?: ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
How do students get into ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL?: ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
Is ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL public, charter, or private?: ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL is a private school.
What neighborhood is ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL in?: ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL is in Hunts Point, Bronx.

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