HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY! March 9th was a special day for Villa as we congratulated Mother Veronica on her landmark birthday. Mother Veronica spent 21 years at Villa as Mistress of Postulants and Principal of BOTH the Elem. and High Schools. She formed our 1st Glee Club and raised the necessary funds to expand the campus. Happy Birthday to a visionary woman who Villa will always cherish!
Villa Facts
Villa Facts
FOUNDED
1922, a private Catholic school – owned and operated by the Sisters of St. John the Baptist, independent from the Archdiocese of New York
1922, a private Catholic school – owned and operated by the Sisters of St. John the Baptist, independent from the Archdiocese of New York
LOCATION
7acre campus in the Arrochar section of Staten Island, borough of New York City
STUDENTS/ENROLLMENT
All girls 9-12 High School – 510 girls
Coed Pre-K-8 Elementary School – 214 boys and girls
STUDENT/TEACHER RATIO
14/1
FACULTY
Sisters of St. John the Baptist and lay personnel
DIVERSITY
SJVA students are of all races and ethnic backgrounds. African-Americans, Asians, Native Americans and Hispanics compose 20% of the elementary school body. The majority of students who attend SJVA are of the Christian faith, but a growing percentage (19%) are of other religious affiliations.
SJVA students are of all races and ethnic backgrounds. African-Americans, Asians, Native Americans and Hispanics compose 20% of the elementary school body. The majority of students who attend SJVA are of the Christian faith, but a growing percentage (19%) are of other religious affiliations.
ACCREDITATION
Villa is accredited by the Archdiocese of New York and Middle States Association
ACADEMICS
Strong academic curriculum with advanced placement courses, Scholars Program, Major Course of Study option and new laptop/computer lab. Graduating students are accepted at top high schools and universities in the area and beyond.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
After school and summer school programs are available for enrichment.
EXTRACURRICULAR
Extensive options including athletics, arts/theater, student government, publications, computer, service to the community and much more!
