Our Lady Queen of Apostles Regional Catholic School, formerly St. John the Evangelist Parish School, was founded in 1926 and staffed by the Sisters of Charity of New York.
In 1992 it became a regional school, servicing PreK - 8th grade, in the Diocese of Rockville Centre.
At Our Lady Queen of Apostles we strive to promote a unique, family oriented community of learning built on a foundation of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ who is love and compassion.
Our mission is to empower each of our students to discover and nurture their unique gifts in a safe and secure environment to grow to meet the demands of a rapidly changing and complex world.
We encourage our students to develop into intellectually and morally responsible people of vision and faith.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,800
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Our Lady Queen Of Apostles Regional Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1926
Student Body
Total Students
209 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
19 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
FAST
Band, Theatre
Recreational Athletic Programs:
FAST
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Our Lady Queen Of Apostles Regional Catholic School cost?
Our Lady Queen Of Apostles Regional Catholic School's tuition is approximately $4,800 for private students.
What sports does Our Lady Queen Of Apostles Regional Catholic School offer?
Our Lady Queen Of Apostles Regional Catholic School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Bowling, Cheering, Cross Country, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Our Lady Queen Of Apostles Regional Catholic School's ranking?
Our Lady Queen Of Apostles Regional Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Our Lady Queen Of Apostles Regional Catholic School?
The application deadline for Our Lady Queen Of Apostles Regional Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day Before & Aftercare Program
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day 8th Grade 11:30 Dismissal (8th Grade only)
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day for Lunch Program
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day for Nursery, PK & Kindergarten
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School
June 20, 2025 (Friday)
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