Fast Facts

Founded in 1897, Dominican Academy is a private, Catholic, college-preparatory high school for girls sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Peace. D.A. remains the only all-honors school for girls in New York State.

Dominican Academy has been twice recognized as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education.

D.A. is honored to have been consistently named in the Top Ten Catholic girls' high school in New York State by Niche school rankings over the past five years.

Located in a historic mansion on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, close to exciting cultural landmarks and easily accessible by the 4/5/6, E, F, and N/Q/R trains, and Metro North.

A diverse community of over 200 students from all over New York City, Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey, and abroad. Over 35% of our students speak a language other than English at home.

100% of graduates attend accredited four-year colleges and universities. Graduates in our Class of 2025 were awarded close to $25 million in merit scholarships and grants. View the college acceptance list for the Class of 2025 here.

Student-teacher ratio of 9:1, with 85% of faculty holding at least one advanced degree.

Our unique Service Learning Program encourages students to engage in service and to understand the role of Faith in their lives.

Over 35 extracurricular clubs, including: Literary Journal, Mock Trial, Pre-Med Society, Students of Color Alliance (SOCA), Women’s Empowerment, Culture Club, Shakespeare Club, Ecology Club, Cooking Club, and Museum Club. 

A well-rounded Performing Arts curriculum with required Drama, Music, and Dance classes. 

Our expanded sports program offers the following Varsity sports: Basketball, Cross-Country, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Indoor and Outdoor Track, and Volleyball.