Mater Dei Academy in Warners, NY, is a rural Catholic co–educational school serving grades K through 12 with a total enrollment of 127 students.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 23 teaching staff, providing a low student density learning environment.
Mater Dei Academy was founded to provide Catholic education in a rural setting, offering a full K–12 program.
The student population includes 0.85% students of color, reflecting the demographic makeup of the surrounding community.
Tuition and other admission details align with private school norms in the Onondaga area, positioned among other K–12 and elementary private schools nearby.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
127 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Mater Dei Academy?
The application deadline for Mater Dei Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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