Cardinal Spellman High School

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Preparing each student for college acceptance and achievement is a priority of the entire program at Cardinal Spellman High School. Each of our teachers and administrators works diligently and enthusiastically to achieve this goal for each of our students. Many of our graduates are not only accepted into college, they are awarded scholarships! Cardinal Spellman High School - Where boys and girls with dreams become men and women of vision!.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,205 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,250
  • Average class size: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Cardinal Spellman High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1959
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
1,205 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
85%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Cardinal Spellman High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
26 students
Number of AP Courses
12 courses
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform Required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Limited amount of financial aid available to registered students
Admissions Director
Mrs. C. Popp

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
51 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
African-American Club, Albanian-American Club, Art Club, Asian-American Club, Be-Frienders, Book Club, Cardinal's Players, Chess Club, Comedy Club, Community Art Club, Craft Club, Dance Club, Debate Club, Double-Dutch Club, Drama Monologue Club, Emerald Society, Environmental Club, Film Club, Flag Corp, French Club, Gaming and Animae Club, German Club, Glee Club, Gospel Sensatiions, Health and Fitness Club, Hellenic Cultural Club, Italian American Club, Latin American Club, Legion of Mary, Library Guild, Model United Nations Club, National Honor Society, Philosophy Club, Photography Club, Political Awareness Club, Portfolio Art Club, Pro-Life Club, Prom Committee, Service Society, Spoken Word Poetry Club, Sports Club, STARS, Step Team, Student Government, Tennis Club, The Challenge Academic Club, The Pilot (Newspaper), Twirlers, Video Club, Yearbook Committee, Young Republicans Club

School Notes

Thank you for your interest in Cardinal Spellman High School!

If you are currently in the 8th grade, we would love to show you everything that Spellman has to offer! You will get to experience all the high school activities of a typical Spellman student. You will receive your own locker and ID card, go to classes, enjoy a complimentary lunch, and make new friends. Come and experience the excitement of our great school!

In order to Spend-A-Day at Cardinal Spellman High, please do the following:

  • Call (718) 881-8000 Ext. 206 to arrange for an appointment. Appointments are available on any regular school day from the first week of October through the last week of February.

  • Have a letter from your parent/guardian giving you permission to spend the day with us at Spellman.
  • Wear your own school uniform. If your elementary school does not use uniforms, wear something that would be appropriate for school (please- no denim jeans or shirts with messages)
  • On the day of your visit, please arrive by 8:15. Use the entrance on Cardinal Spellman Place (also called Needham Avenue), and walk straight ahead into the Scholastic Office. There you will be greeted by one of our friendly guides. Your day will end at our regular dismissal time of 2:40.

For directions to Cardinal Spellman High Schoolclickhere.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cardinal Spellman High School cost?
Cardinal Spellman High School's tuition is approximately $7,250 for private students.
What sports does Cardinal Spellman High School offer?
Cardinal Spellman High School offers 12 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball. Cardinal Spellman High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is Cardinal Spellman High School's ranking?
Cardinal Spellman High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Cardinal Spellman High School?
The application deadline for Cardinal Spellman High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cardinal Spellman High School located?
Cardinal Spellman High School is located in the Edenwald neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other private schools located in Edenwald.

School Calendar

View the Cardinal Spellman High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
Labor Day - School Closed
September 03, 2024 (Tuesday)
Memorial Day - School Closed
May 31, 2025 (Saturday)
Juneteenth School Closed
June 19, 2025 (Thursday)
Labor Day - School Closed
September 03, 2025 (Wednesday)
Memorial Day - School Closed
May 31, 2026 (Sunday)

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
Spellman formed me more than college did. At virtually every multinational firm I have worked in my adult life, I have found at least one proud Spellman alumnus. We are proud and we are many.
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5  
Cardinal Spellman has an amazing list of alumni that includes Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor and National Geographic CEO John Fahey among many other hugely successful men and women in a variety of disciplines. All my siblings and I attended Spellman and despite the neighborhood being somewhat less than ideal, the next generation have aspired to attend what we know to be a school where we can expect to be challenged. Spellman is a large school with each year accommodating over 400 students in each year. Despite this, I think they do an excellent job of forming disciplined young men and women while still enabling independent thinking. Considering the high level of academia and attention to students offered, the tuition is one of the best deals in New York City.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,205 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,250
  • Average class size: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Bronx, NY is $12,386 for elementary schools and $18,066 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).

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