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St. Edmund Preparatory High School

United States, Brooklyn

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees $15,645
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 650
Type Co-educational
Opened 1932
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, Italian, French, Mandarin, Latin
Typical class size 15
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

St. Edmund Preparatory High School is a Catholic high school in Brooklyn. It offers an American curriculum alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and Advanced Placement courses, preparing students to meet New York State Regents Diploma requirements. Honors courses are available in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies, and college credit is accessible through partnerships with St. John's University and the University at Albany. In 2008 the school joined the IB World School program; diploma candidates study across six subject groups, complete Theory of Knowledge and an Extended Essay, and CAS is integral to the programme. The 2026–2027 course catalog outlines offerings. Campus features three science laboratories, two technology laboratories, and a 1:1 Chromebook program with 4K TVs. Library & Media Center occupies the south wing's first floor, and the Koplin Innovation Center sits on the third floor. Renovated gym opened in 2024, and clubs support service and leadership opportunities.

2474 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11229

The Essentials

St. Edmund Preparatory High School has 650 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
2474 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11229. The school is located in Brooklyn, New York.

Stages
High School (Grades 9-12)

Type
Co-educational Catholic high school

Additional learning support
National Honor Society peer tutoring; regular faculty office hours from 7:45–8:05 am and 2:45–3:05 pm; Elevate Study Sensei program; academic support to assist students as needed.

Religious affiliation
Catholic

School day structure
Normal school day runs 8:15 am–2:40 pm with eight 40‑minute periods (Periods 1–8) and a mid‑morning homeroom; there is a lunch period and options for early dismissal or half days as scheduled.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required for all students. The dress code specifies Lands' End items for both genders, with girls wearing a white oxford shirt and khaki or gray skirt or pants plus a gray crested cardigan, and boys wearing a white oxford shirt with gray dress pants or khaki chinos, a gray crested sweater, and a necktie; a polo option is permitted during designated marking periods. Only Lands' End items may be worn.

Food Options
On-site dining is provided through SLA Management (the Eagle Café). The program offers scratch-made meals with fresh ingredients and vegetarian options, and uses LinqConnect for online lunch accounts.

Governance and Ownership
Governing by a Board of Trustees; it is a Roman Catholic high school.
Fees

Annual tuition at St. Edmund Preparatory High School ranges from USD 15,645 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Deposit

- Seat deposit required to hold a place: USD 1,000 due July 1, 2026 (non-refundable). Freshmen who previously paid an initial registration payment will be required to pay USD 500 on July 1, 2026.

Tuition — 2026/2027 (single rate for all high‑school grades)

- Total annual charge (all required items combined): USD 15,645. This total is shown as the sum of the line items below.
- Tuition (base): USD 15,350.
- Technology fee: USD 250.
- FACTS processing/enrollment fee (included in total): USD 45.

Tuition per term / installment (payment plans)

- Standard five-payment schedule (default unless another plan is requested):
- Initial non-refundable deposit: USD 1,000 due July 1, 2026 (Freshmen exception: USD 500 if initial registration previously recorded).
- Five scheduled tuition installments due on Sept 1, Nov 1, Jan 2, Mar 1 and May 1: USD 2,929 per installment. (USD 1,000 deposit + 5 × USD 2,929 = USD 15,645 total).

- Monthly schedule (11 payments):
- Initial non-refundable deposit: USD 1,000 due July 1, 2026 (Freshmen exception applies).
- Eleven equal monthly installments (Aug 1, 2026 through June 1, 2027): USD 1,331.37 per installment.

Additional mandatory or common fees

- Graduation fee (seniors only): USD 500 due April 15, 2027.
- Athletics fee (for students participating in sports): USD 275 for a one‑sport athlete; USD 375 for a multi‑sport athlete (one‑time charges).
- Late payment penalty: Payments received seven business days late will incur a USD 50 late fee unless prior arrangements have been made.
- Uniforms: Uniforms are purchased through Lands' End (school‑specific items). Families should plan and budget for Lands' End uniform purchases; timing advice (order by June) is provided. Exact uniform costs vary by item and size.

Discounts and multi‑student reductions

- Sibling discount: 10% deduction from the older child's tuition when more than one student is enrolled.
- Employee discount: Children of employees of any Catholic school in Brooklyn/Queens receive a 10% tuition reduction.
- Prepayment discount: If tuition is paid in full for the year on August 1, a USD 300 reduction is allowed.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- All tuition payments are administered and processed through the FACTS tuition management system and families are automatically placed on the five‑payment plan unless they request a different plan. FACTS enrollment and plan setup are required; the first payment (seat deposit) is due July 1.
- Payments must be current for a student to participate in trips, events, senior activities, and for transcripts to be released.

Refund information

- The seat deposit due July 1 is non‑refundable. The annual total and the deposit are shown as non‑refundable in the school's billing schedule. Other specific refund schedules for tuition after the start of the year are not listed in the tuition summary; families should note that the deposit is explicitly non‑refundable.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable. St. Edmund Preparatory is a day high school with public‑transportation and private transportation options noted.

Fee payment options and processing details

- All payments are processed through FACTS. FACTS commonly accepts automatic bank draft (ACH) and credit/debit card payments (card payments may incur a processing fee where the school permits card payment). Specific payment methods available to each family (ACH, card, etc.) and any card convenience fee will be displayed during FACTS enrollment. If a family needs to make a cash payment, the school's tuition office should be contacted.

Practical notes for budgeting

- Use the total annual figure USD 15,645 as the base budget line for one student in grades 9–12, then add anticipated uniform purchases, athletic fees (if applicable), graduation fees for seniors, and plan for the non‑refundable seat deposit due July 1. Prepayment and sibling discounts may reduce the net balance.
Academics

St. Edmund Preparatory High School teaches IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum.

Curriculum
The school offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum designed to meet the needs of all students. It prepares all students to meet the requirements for the New York State Regents Diploma. Honors level courses are offered in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Remedial level classes are offered in English and Math to enable progression to Regents level coursework. Advanced Placement classes are offered in most subjects, and college-level courses are offered for college credit through partnerships with St. John's University and the University at Albany. The 2026-2027 Course Catalog outlines the course offerings by department.

Student Teacher Ratio
Enrollment is about 650 students. The student-teacher ratio is 15:1.

Gifted and Talented
Honors courses are offered in English, Math, Science, and Social Studies. AP classes are offered in most subjects; college-level courses are available for college credit through the St. John's University College Advantage Program and partnerships with the University at Albany.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school is a Roman Catholic college preparatory school for young men and women. The mission seeks to empower students to become confident and self-disciplined participants in the global society. A family atmosphere provides a safe and respectful environment where students of diverse backgrounds are welcome. An extracurricular program complements the academic program, enhancing creative, technical, and athletic abilities and promoting respect for the variety of cultures.

Safeguarding
Catholic identity is at the core of school life. A family atmosphere provides a safe and respectful environment where students of diverse backgrounds are welcome.
Parent Experience

History
St. Edmund Parish sponsored a high school since the Great Depression, opening on February 2, 1932 as St. Edmund Academy, a two-year high school for girls. It became St. Edmund Commercial High School in 1936 and expanded to a four-year program in 1962, renamed St. Edmund High School and accredited by Middle States. A new high school building began construction in 1960 and opened in September 1962, with the first graduating class in June 1964. In 1994 it was renamed St. Edmund Preparatory High School, an independent, coeducational institution governed by a Board of Trustees; administration originally belonged to the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill, with governance transferring to the Sisters of Saint Joseph in 1986, and lay leadership beginning in 1995. A Library & Media Center Wing opened in 2008 following a 2007 groundbreaking, and the school joined the International Baccalaureate World School program in 2008, with IB courses beginning in 2009.

Community
The St. Edmund Prep community hosts events such as the Golf & Tennis Outing (for 2026, October 8 at Inwood Country Club), the Mass of the Holy Spirit to mark the new school year, and Fall Open Houses inviting families to visit. The school supports student life with more than 40 clubs and organizations, a 1:1 Chromebook program, and a broad AP/IB course offering (27 AP/IB courses). Career Day 2026 provides opportunities for students to explore future paths, and The Eagle Experience podcast offers a forum for student and faculty voices.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus includes three science laboratories and two technology laboratories with numerous workstations and high-speed internet. The building provides Wi-Fi campus-wide through a 1:1 Chromebook program, and classrooms are equipped with 4K TVs with wireless projection. In 2008 the south wing was expanded, and the Library & Media Center occupies the entire first floor. The second floor contains a band studio with rehearsal space and additional classrooms, while the third floor houses the Michael and Lois Koplin Innovation Center.

Sports Facilities
The gymnasium sits at the heart of school life and is the home to the boys' and girls' basketball, volleyball, cheerleading, and STEP teams. It also serves as the central gathering space for school assemblies, liturgies, performances and receptions. Beginning in May 2024, discussions led to replacing the aging gym floor, and by September 2024 a new gym floor was installed along with new bleachers and custom eagle-branded chairs.

Academic Facilities
There are three science laboratories and two technology laboratories with many workstations and high-speed internet. The entire building has Wi-Fi available through a 1:1 Chromebook program, and all classrooms feature 4K TVs with wireless projection. The Library & Media Center occupies the entire first floor of the south wing, the second floor features a band studio with rehearsal space and additional classrooms, and the third floor houses the Michael and Lois Koplin Innovation Center.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities include Film Club, Robotics Team, Lab Club, Environmental Club, Art Club, Photography Club, and Speech & Debate Club. These activities meet in spaces such as the Library and the Innovation Center (Room 308), among other classrooms.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, a comprehensive and balanced two-year college-preparatory curriculum. Diploma candidates study across six subject groups: English, Foreign Language, History, Experimental Sciences, Mathematics, and Arts or Electives, with Theory of Knowledge and an Extended Essay. Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) is integral to the Diploma Programme. In Junior and Senior years, students may pursue the IB Diploma.

Arts & Creative
The school offers Theater Club, Art Club, Film Club, and Photography Club, along with Theater/Stage Crew. The Canterburian Yearbook is produced by students. Other arts-related activities include Sound/Stage Crew and performing arts productions as part of student life.

Cultural & Language
The school supports cultural and language activities through Somos Spanish Club, Multicultural Club, and Model United Nations (Model U.N.). These clubs promote language practice, cultural exchange, and international awareness.

Social & Hobbies
Board Game Club, Gaming Club, and Esports Club provide casual and competitive activities. Puzzle Club and Speech and Debate offer opportunities in strategy and public speaking. The Canterburian Yearbook serves as a student-driven publication for school life.

Community & Service
Caritas Review is a student publication tied to community awareness. Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS) hours are a component of the IB Diploma Programme, underscoring service as part of the student experience. The school emphasizes service as part of its student life and mission.

Leadership & Professional
The school has 40+ clubs and organizations, including SEP Ambassadors and Student Council. Freshmen Mentors, Junior Year Committee, and Senior Year Committee provide leadership opportunities and student governance pathways.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Cardio Kickboxing Club and Wellness Wednesdays support fitness and wellbeing. The Athletics Department offers a wide variety of sports and is a member of the Brooklyn-Queens Catholic High School Athletic Association.
Languages

Language Provision
Foreign Language offerings include Italian, Spanish, and French. These courses total six semesters over three years. Students in Grades 9–11 choose from Italian, Spanish, or French for their language study. The IB Diploma Programme includes Foreign Language as one of the six subject groups.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Grade 9 – Entering from St. Edmund Elementary School: Eighth grade students seeking admission from St. Edmund Elementary School have guaranteed acceptance without taking TACHS, provided they complete the online Application for Admission and submit transcripts covering 6th grade, 7th grade, and the beginning of 8th grade. 2. Grade 9 – General admission: Eighth grade students seeking admission to St. Edmund Prep must take the Test for Admission into Catholic High Schools (TACHS) with St. Edmund Prep listed as a high school option (SEP TACHS Code 008). Strong preference is given to students who designate SEP as their first choice. They must complete the online Application for Admission, provide an official transcript by the December date prescribed by the Diocese of Brooklyn, and submit one letter of recommendation. Students who wish to apply for a scholarship must complete the Scholarship Application and take the scholarship exam. All admissions materials for the 2027-2028 school year must be submitted by Friday, December 11, 2026. 3. Admissions procedures for students who did not take TACHS: Eighth grade students who did not sit for TACHS can still apply for the 2027-2028 school year. They must complete the online Application for Admission, provide an official transcript by the Diocesan deadline, provide any available 6th–7th grade standardized test scores, and provide one letter of recommendation. They should contact the Office of Admissions to acknowledge their intent to apply without the TACHS score; admissions materials must be submitted by December 11, 2026 to be considered for mid‑January admission, with a non‑refundable $500 deposit required when submitting the New Student Registration Form to save a seat. 4. Grades 10–11 – Transfers: Students seeking to transfer into Grades 10 or 11 should contact the Admissions Office to discuss availability; if space is available, they must complete the online Application for Admission, submit an up‑to‑date transcript, and provide immunization records. All materials are reviewed by the Admissions Committee; final acceptance is granted by the principal. 5. International Students: All international students must first contact the Admissions Office to discuss availability; if space is available, international students must complete the online Application for Admission selecting the SEP International Program, submit an up‑to‑date transcript, and provide a record of immunizations. All materials are reviewed by the Admissions Committee; final acceptance is at the discretion of the principal, and the I‑20 process is discussed after acceptance. 6. Documents and mailing: Admissions materials can be mailed to St. Edmund Prep – Office of Admissions, 2474 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11229, or faxed to (718) 743‑5243. The school's contact details for admissions include the main phone line. 7. Non‑Discrimination: The school states it admits students of any race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin and does not discriminate in admission, scholarship, or programs.

Scholarships
St. Edmund Prep annually awards a number of academic scholarships to qualified incoming freshmen. Scholarships range from partial to full awards for candidates who meet the criteria. To apply, applicants must fill out a Scholarship Application and return it to the Office of Admissions prior to the submission deadline (the scholarship deadline is published in the admissions calendar). Academic Scholarship Qualification Criteria include: overall average of 90% or greater for the entirety of the 6th and 7th grades and the beginning of the 8th; core subject averages of 90% or greater for 6th–7th grades; completion of the SEP Scholarship Examination with a score at or above the 90th percentile; and TACHS preferences if applicable. The Scholarship Application link is provided to submit the application. From among applicants who meet the requirements, some will be invited to interview with the Scholarship Committee, which administers all SEP academic scholarships. Scholarship Applications are due by 11/9/2026. Additional scholarship opportunities administered by the Development Office include the Lions Club Scholarship, the Carmela and Joseph Esposito Endowed Scholarship, the Christopher T. Wright Scholarship, and the Class of 1966 and Faculty Memorial Award, among others.
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