Preston High School

Preston High School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
2780 Schurz Ave,  Bronx, NY
3.9
2.7
373 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Jane Grendell
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
24
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$12,395
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B-
Teachers
A
College Prep
A
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
38
Full Time Teachers
32
Part Time Teachers
6
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
580
Verbal
610
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
25
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
9
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
98%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female
100%
Hispanic
40.3%
White
38.3%
Black
12.3%
Two or more races
5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.1%

School Rankings

#22 Best All Girls Schools in New York
#36 Best Catholic Schools in New York
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Pace University 193 Students
New York University 168 Students
St. John's University - New York 160 Students
Stony Brook University 141 Students
Fordham University 132 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY 128 Students
Iona University 105 Students
CUNY Hunter College 102 Students
Adelphi University 81 Students
Boston University 80 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 106 Students
Nursing 99 Students
Psychology 92 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 47 Students
Business 43 Students
Pre-Law Studies 33 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 30 Students
Criminology 22 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 21 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine 21 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 202 Reviews
5.0 Senior
5/5/2024
Preston has been like a second home for me throughout all of my high school years. While it doesn't have the most up-to-date facilities or is dripping in wealth, it has family and compassion. I've learned more than I could've ever imagined.
5.0 Senior
10/10/2023
I think I had one of the most great high school experiences a person can have. There were so many clubs I wish I could have joined, I made great friends and wonderful teachers.
4.0 Senior
4/25/2023
I loved the sense of community however, I sometimes feel that the rules and regulations are a bit out of reality and that the consequences for certain actions are too severe.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.7 14 Reviews
2.0 parent
6/10/2025
I do not recommend Preston High School. There is a lot of segregation and mean girl behavior transpiring at the school. There is a lot of bullying amongst the girls and when the school staff gets notified, they do not address it. They don’t care to lose students that obtain good grades if they are n...
1.0 parent
7/20/2019
This school is not as great as it seems. For what it’s worth you’re better off sending your daughter to a public school where she she will have much better opportunities. Teachers don’t challenge students to reach their full potential.Very few teachers genuinely care about students. The only time th...
5.0 parent
1/5/2017
My daughter had a wonderful experience in Preston HS. It was challenging and completely prepared her for college, it truly is a preparatory school. Although we made many sacrifices, it was money well spent. The teachers and staff are mentors and really take an interest in the students, Which is evid...
5.0 parent
7/30/2015
Wonderful school, great teachers and administrative staff. Money well spent. Girls are over prepared for College which is great!

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Preston High School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 2780 Schurz Ave in Bronx, NY. Annual tuition is $12,395. The school has a total enrollment of 373 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Preston High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $688,927. Discover additional schools in the area, like Monsignor Scanlan High School, St. Helena Commercial High School, St. Raymond High School for Boys, and more. Learn more about what Bronx has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Preston High School.

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