St. Raymond Academy for Girls to Close by 2027
The Bronx school will offer $3,000 scholarships to help current students transition to new campuses.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Secondary Education
Live Poll
Should communities prioritize keeping local private schools open even when enrollment numbers drop?
St. Raymond Academy for Girls at 1725 Castle Hill Ave. in the Bronx is scheduled to close in 2027. The school has been operating at approximately half capacity, leading parish leadership to initiate a closure plan for the institution that opened in 1960.
Why it matters
The closure impacts local family logistics and educational planning for current students. Parish officials are providing financial support to help families transition as the school landscape in the Bronx continues to shift.
The school has operated since 1960 and currently runs at roughly half capacity. Eligible students transferring to the Academy of Mount St. Ursula or St. Catharine Academy will receive $3,000 in annual scholarships.
The players
St. Raymond Academy for Girls
A Bronx-based secondary school established in 1960 that serves local families.
Academy of Mount St. Ursula
A nearby secondary school designated as a transfer destination for affected students.
St. Catharine Academy
An alternative secondary school in the area offering scholarship-supported transfers.
The details
The decision follows a period of low enrollment despite efforts to maintain operations. School leadership will host informational meetings to assist families with the transfer process. St. Raymond High School for Boys and the local parish elementary school are not affected by this decision and will remain open.
Timeline
1960: The academy first opened its doors to students.
October 13, 2026: Families held a rally to protest the planned closure.
2027: St. Raymond Academy for Girls is scheduled to officially close.
The Home Front
This development follows a wave of private school closures in the Bronx, including Saint Barnabas, All Hallows, and Our Lady of Refuge. While some institutions like Preston High School have secured property deals to avoid closure, many schools continue to face consolidation pressures.
Current families should prioritize attending upcoming informational meetings to review transfer deadlines and scholarship eligibility. It is recommended that parents keep all enrollment and financial documentation organized as they evaluate local options like the Academy of Mount St. Ursula.
The takeaway
Families navigating the transition should prioritize securing their transfer options and scholarship funding early. Be sure to verify the specific application requirements for your chosen replacement school before the 2027 closure date.
Further reading
Families can find guidance on regional academic shifts in New York City Secondary Education.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Bronx Times.
Live Poll
Should communities prioritize keeping local private schools open even when enrollment numbers drop?
