Discover Loyola

Welcome to Loyola School, New York City’s premier Jesuit independent school.

Here, bright young women and men in grades 9-12 become leaders ready to go forth and set the world on fire.

Our school, at the corner of 83rd & Park, is a place where learning is still a loving, transformative process; where individual talents are used both to grow in personal worth and to serve others; where being your authentic self feels welcomed, not counter-cultural.

Loyola School is the only co-ed, Jesuit, and independent high school in New York City, and it captures the wonderful characteristics of both Jesuit and independent schools. It is amazing to think that the first Jesuit school was founded in 1548 and today, almost 500 years later, there are close to 4000 Jesuit educational institutions around the globe, educating just over 2.5 million students…the strongest network of private education in the world. It is truly remarkable that our wonderfully talented and dedicated faculty are able to shape our students through the Jesuit educational paradigm with an independent school faculty to student ratio of 8 to 1. There is no other school that does the same.

Loyola School is both rooted in legacy and in creating well-rounded global citizens within an ever-shifting society.

By upholding Ignatian ideals while embracing ambitious change, Loyola School provides a safe and inspired learning environment for today’s independent student — one who is academically excellent, open to growth, religious, loving and committed to doing justice.

Academic Excellence
Our program prepares students for success in the most demanding universities by challenging every student to take ownership of their education.
Character Education
Cura personalis — care for the whole person — allows teachers and mentors to draw out each student’s unique gifts and talents, inspire their use, and encourage their growth.
Loving Community
Loyola students are deeply present in their own lives and the lives of each other, becoming more accepting and aware as they foster meaningful relationships.
Spiritual Development
Loyola students are given the tools, time and space to develop their values, examine the presence of God in their work, and put their faith into action.
Ignatian Service
Our students learn to recognize themselves as leaders of change, as they use their talents and passions in service for others and for the greater good.