Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy in Richmond Hill, NY serves co–ed students from kindergarten through 8th grade in a city–based Catholic private school setting.
Established in 1917, the school enrolls 334 students with a student–teacher ratio of 24:1 and employs 14 teachers, 95% of whom hold advanced degrees.
Annual tuition is $4,350, placing the school among the more affordable Catholic K–8 private schools in the Richmond Hill area.
The student body is 81.52% students of color, reflecting diversity within this large city community.
Admissions operate on a rolling basis, with a reported acceptance rate of 99%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,350
- Acceptance rate: 99%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1917
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
334 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Family rates are available as well as scholarship offerings.
Acceptance Rate
99%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Camille Velez
Admissions Associate
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy cost?
Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy's tuition is approximately $4,350 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy?
The acceptance rate of Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy is 99%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.
What sports does Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy offer?
Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy's ranking?
Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for Holy Child Jesus Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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