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Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel School (Closed 2025)

2315 Newtown Avenue
Astoria, NY 11102
Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel School in Astoria, NY, serves 228 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a central city setting.
Founded in 1841, the school is among the oldest private schools in New York State.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 23:1 with 10 teachers on staff.
Carmel School is a co–educational Catholic school and a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
Approximately 67% of the student body represents diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1841
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
228 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Monsignor Paul R. Sanchez, Bishop of Brooklyn
    • Monsignor Raymond Chappetto, Auxiliary Bishop of Brooklyn
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are famous alumni from Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel School?
Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel School famous alumni include: Monsignor Paul R. Sanchez, Bishop of Brooklyn and Monsignor Raymond Chappetto, Auxiliary Bishop of Brooklyn.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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