Power Memorial Academy | |
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161 West 61st Street , 10023 | |
Coordinates | 40°46′17.53″N 73°59′9.33″W / 40.7715361°N 73.9859250°W |
Information | |
School type | Private Catholic High school |
Motto | Pro Christo Rege |
Religious affiliation(s) | Catholic Church |
Founded | 1931 |
Status | closed |
Closed | June 1984 |
Oversight | Archdiocese of New York |
Grades | 9–12 |
Gender | Boys |
Number of students | 750 |
Campus | urban |
Color(s) | Purple, gold, silver and red |
Athletics conference | Catholic High School Athletic Association (CHSAA) |
Affiliation | Congregation of Christian Brothers |
Website | powermemorialacademyalumniassociation.com |
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