St. Francis Of Assisi School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

Home > New York > Bronx County > Bronx > East Bronx

St. Francis Of Assisi School

4300 Baychester Ave
Bronx, NY 10466

Tel: (718) 994-4650

REQUEST INFO

SAVE SCHOOL

St. Francis of Assisi School expects students to perform to the best of their ability.

Teachers are expected to evaluate student progress on a regular basis.

Students will be given quizzes or tests regularly. After the test is graded, it will be sent home for the parent to review and sign.

Parent signature indicates that the parent is aware of the students progress.

If a parent does not receive quizzes or tests to sign, the parent should contact the teacher.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 437 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Francis Of Assisi 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)
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Student Body

Total Students

437 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 39%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

36:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

REQUEST FREE INFORMATION

Frequently Asked Questions

What is St. Francis Of Assisi School's ranking?

St. Francis Of Assisi School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for St. Francis Of Assisi School?

The application deadline for St. Francis Of Assisi School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is St. Francis Of Assisi School located?

St. Francis Of Assisi School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 15 other private schools located in East Bronx.

School Calendar

View the St. Francis Of Assisi School below. Note key dates such as:

Event

Date

School Closed

September 04, 2026 (Friday)

School Closed: Labor Day

September 07, 2026 (Monday)

First Day of School

September 10, 2026 (Thursday)

Columbus Day: School Closed

October 12, 2026 (Monday)

Veterans Day: School Closed

November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)

School Reviews

Endorse St. Francis Of Assisi School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Academic or athletic awards

Recent Articles

August 18, 2026

Ask Current Parents What Admissions Won't Answer

Learn how to ask current private school parents revealing questions about culture, academics, communication, costs, discipline, and community life before deciding whether a school truly fits your family well.

August 18, 2026

When School Anxiety Is Really a School Fit Problem

Learn when school anxiety may signal a poor school fit, how parents can identify academic or social mismatches, and when changing private schools deserves serious consideration for families today.

August 18, 2026

Will My Child Find Their People? Evaluating School Culture

Learn how to evaluate private school culture, student belonging, friendships, teacher relationships, social dynamics, and authentic community fit so your child can find the right place to thrive and connect.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 437 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Request Information

Email:

Name of parent:

Student first name:

Student last name:

Student date of birth:

Student is:

Male

Female

Currently in grade:

Seeking entry for grade:

Target start date:

Please briefly describe academic, athletic, and extracurricular interests of the student:

Home address:

City:

Country:

State:

Zip: (enter "N/A" if not applicable)

Phone:

Save this data and create your user profile. Create your own user account so you don't have to re-type your user data each time you request information. You'll also be able to track your information requests, get reminded of application dates, and more!

Username:

Password:

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Bronx, NY is $20,761 for elementary schools and $24,829 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Bronx, NY is 75% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).