Bishop Dunn Memorial School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 193 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,400
Average class size: 20 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Bishop Dunn Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Bishop Dunn Memorial School
Pre-K	10
Kind	20
1	20
2	20
3	20
4	20
5	20
6	23
7	15
8	25

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1883

School Calendar

Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Campus Size

60 acres

Student Body

Total Students

193 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

34%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

21 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

20 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Cognia (formerly AdvancED / SACS CASI / NCA CASI) (Cognia)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,400

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Tuition Notes

Middle School Tuition $8,840.00. We offer sibling discounts, family referral incentives, and first responder discounts.

% on Financial Aid

Admissions Director

Melissa Broe

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballField Hockey

Flag FootballIntramural Sports Only

SoccerSoftball

TennisVolleyball

School Mascot

Knight

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

4 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Choir and BandPicturing Writing

Science & Technology

School Notes

Bishop Dunn Memorial School, founded in 1883, is proud of its tradition and commitment to the academic, spiritual, emotional, social and physical development of children, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8.
It is our philosophy that success, particularly at an early age, depends on the growth of a child`s confidence, self-esteem and stimulation of their inquisitive nature.
Bishop Dunn Memorial School, on the campus of Mount Saint Mary College, offers a distinctive learning environment where children develop those qualities that form the basis for lifelong learning.
Children are encouraged to learn by doing.
The quality of teaching excelence along with a rigorous curriculum presented in a caring, nurturing atmosphere motivates our students to higher levels of educaiton across the nation. The high standards of our school, which our faculty strive to instill in our students, make Bishop Dunn Memorial School and our students truly exceptional.

Bishop Dunn Memorial School, founded in 1883, is proud of its tradition and commitment to the academic, spiritual, emotional, social and physical development of children, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8. It is our philosophy that success, particularly at an early age, depends on the growth of a child`s confidence, self-esteem and stimulation of their inquisitive nature. Bishop Dunn Memorial School, on the campus of Mount Saint Mary College, offers a distinctive learning environment where children develop those qualities that form the basis for lifelong learning. Children are encouraged to learn by doing. The quality of teaching excelence along with a rigorous curriculum presented in a caring, nurturing atmosphere motivates our students to higher levels of educaiton across the nation. The high standards of our school, which our faculty strive to instill in our students, make Bishop Dunn Memorial School and our students truly exceptional.

Source: Verified school update

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How much does Bishop Dunn Memorial School cost?

Bishop Dunn Memorial School's tuition is approximately $8,400 for private students.

What schools are Bishop Dunn Memorial School often compared to?

Bishop Dunn Memorial School is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart School by visitors of our site.

What sports does Bishop Dunn Memorial School offer?

Bishop Dunn Memorial School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Intramural Sports Only, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.

What is Bishop Dunn Memorial School's ranking?

Bishop Dunn Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Bishop Dunn Memorial School?

The application deadline for Bishop Dunn Memorial School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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