TOGETHER, WE ARE LEADING THE WAY. Catholic Central School (CCS) is the premier PreK through 12th grade school in the Capital Region.
Located on the St. Ambrose Church 19-acre campus, CCS is a community of students, educators, parents, alumni, and parishioners who come together to support its "One Campus. One Mission." model of Catholic education.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,500
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Catholic Central School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
292 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Ginny Bariteau
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Maureen Stapleton - American actress in film, theater and television
- Matthew Harvey Clark - Roman Catholic bishop, late Bishop Emeritus of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester
- Denise Doring VanBuren - 45th President General of the Daughters of the American Revolution
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Catholic Central School cost?
Catholic Central School's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Catholic Central School?
Catholic Central School famous alumni include: Maureen Stapleton, Matthew Harvey Clark and Denise Doring VanBuren.
What sports does Catholic Central School offer?
Catholic Central School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Catholic Central School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is Catholic Central School's ranking?
Catholic Central School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Catholic Central School?
The application deadline for Catholic Central School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 12/28/2020
My girls love this school, small classes, they are thriving!
5 4/12/2013
Catholic High is a place where stdents get the education they need.They have a very high level of education!I go there myself and I would recomend anyone looking for a Catholic/Christian school.The best part is you can have assurance you child is getting the right education they need to succeed in life and go to college.
5 7/27/2012
Went to this school and loved it. 9th-12th grade and enjoyed all of it. Also I feel this school was great for preparing me for college. I applied to 5 colleges, all selective, and got accepted to all 5. Currently I am an Accounting Major and chose this because of the business classes I was enrolled in at CCHS. It was nice being able to leave school knowing what I wanted to do.
5 3/16/2012
In l9 Monsignor had a dream to combine schools in Troy. Today this particular school is flourishing with students. From a small stream of education has flowed a mighty ocean of education and culture across the landscape of New York State and beyond. This unique school has influenced, not only students, but adults since it first opened.
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