St. John's Preparatory School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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St. John's Preparatory School

2121 Crescent St
Astoria, NY 11105

Tel: (718) 721-7200 Ext. 699

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Discover the St. John's Prep difference. Located in Astoria, just 10 minutes from Manhattan, St.

John's Preparatory School is a nationally ranked Catholic college preparatory school.

Ranked #11 by Niche among all Catholic high schools in New York City and recognized with AP Gold Status, St.

John's Prep offers small class sizes, outstanding academics, and an environment rooted in faith, scholarship, service, and leadership.

Through exclusive partnerships-including our Baccalaureate Program with St. John's University-students gain a head start on college while building the knowledge, character, and confidence to succeed in college and beyond.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 665 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,000
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. John's Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Year Founded

1870

Colors

White, Red

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

First Day of School

Wed. Sep 9, 2026

Student Body

Total Students

665 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

28%

State avg.: 39%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

48 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

14:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

98%

Average Class Size

21 students

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

17 courses

Average SAT score

1220

(Out of 1600)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,000

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College Acceptance Rate

100%

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School Notes

School Motto: Ut Vitam Habeant Abundantius
School Mascot: Red Storm

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. John's Preparatory School cost?

St. John's Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $11,000 for private students.

What is St. John's Preparatory School's ranking?

St. John's Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for St. John's Preparatory School?

The application deadline for St. John's Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 665 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,000
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Queens County, NY is $12,509 for elementary schools and $15,751 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Queens County, NY is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).