Garvey School in Bronx, NY, serves 62 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through 6th grade in a co鈥揺d, nonsectarian city school setting located in East Bronx.
Founded in 2000, the school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 7:1 with a faculty where 85% of teachers hold advanced degrees.
The tuition cost is $8,250 per year, below the Bronx elementary private school average, and the school offers rolling admissions with no additional application deadlines.
Garvey School's student body is 100% students of color, ranking the school among the top 20% in New York State for diversity.
The school community observes a formal dress code and offers a summer school program in addition to the regular academic year.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,250
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Garvey School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
62 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Monique Charles
Admissions Associate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Garvey School cost?
Garvey School's tuition is approximately $8,250 for private students.
What sports does Garvey School offer?
Garvey School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Equestrian, Indoor Soccer, Swimming and Track and Field.
When is the application deadline for Garvey School?
The application deadline for Garvey School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Garvey School located?
Garvey School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 15 other private schools located in East Bronx.
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