Caritas Academy (Closed 2006)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
2006

Student Body

Total Students
150 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
91%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Caritas Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
53%
Average Class Size
10 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Sister Carol Ann Lockwood

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
21 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Art Club, Body, Campus Ministry, Choir, Craft Club, Culinary Arts Club, Cultural Experience Club, Dance Club, Drama Club, French Honor Society, Friends of Animals Club, Math League, Mind and Spirit Club, Multicultural Club, National Honor Society, Photography Club, Spanish Honor Society, Student Ambassadors, Student Government, The Literary Magazine, The Yearbook

School Notes

  • The academic highlight of The Academy is that it offers students the opportunity to take college credit courses in English, Western Civilization, World Language, Drama, and Calculus for a total of 30 fully transferrable credits upon graduation. These are not simply AP (Advanced Placement) courses. Small classes ensure from freshmen year that students are prepared to take these courses in their junior and senior year. The 30 credits are offered by Saint Peter's College and The College of Saint Elizabeth.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Caritas Academy cost?
Caritas Academy's tuition is approximately $6,500 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Caritas Academy?
The acceptance rate of Caritas Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What sports does Caritas Academy offer?
Caritas Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
When is the application deadline for Caritas Academy?
The application deadline for Caritas Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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