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2024 Best Private High Schools in New York

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  1. #1 Best Private High Schools in New York.

    Riverdale Country School

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    Private School,

    BRONX, NY,

    PK, K-12,

    84 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says As a parent of two students who started in kindergarten and are in or completed high school (and an alum myself), I think Riverdale simply is the best and I have only seen it become more impressive...They had incredible teachers and deans who cared and helped them at every step of the way. As parents, we were always impressed with how well they knew our children, and would take the time to meet...There are many ways for parents to get involved based on their schedules and interests. We feel very lucky to have been a part of this very special community!.

    Read 84 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,299,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,

  2. #2 Best Private High Schools in New York.

    The Chapin School

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    Private School,

    NEW YORK, NY,

    K-12,

    137 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says I have been at Chapin my whole life and I can honestly say that it has deeply and positively shaped my academic journey. With the help of teachers and peers, I have grown up in an environment that....

    Read 137 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 830,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,

  3. #3 Best Private High Schools in New York.

    Horace Mann School

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    Private School,

    BRONX, NY,

    PK, K-12,

    154 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says A current HM parent whose child joined 9G, I had big expectations that have been exceeded. I expected the school to nurture our child's intellectual potential, it is the manner in which this has been....

    Read 154 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,793,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  4. #6 Best Private High Schools in New York.

    Lycée Français de New York

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    Private School,

    NEW YORK, NY,

    PK, K-12,

    104 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Great school!! Truly diverse. Great and rigorous academics! Students are at least bilingual. They receive both American and French diplomas that opens many doors to Universities in US, abroad and....

    Read 104 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,150,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

  5. #9 Best Private High Schools in New York.

    The Nightingale-Bamford School

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    Private School,

    NEW YORK, NY,

    K-12,

    67 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says We have two daughters in Nightingale. Both started at class K and this is our sixth year in the school. Our decision to attend Nightingale is proven to be the right one year after year. Nightingale....

    Read 67 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 716,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,

  6. #14 Best Private High Schools in New York.

    Avenues The World School

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    Private School,

    NEW YORK, NY,

    PK, K-12,

    160 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says I have been a student at Avenues the World School for 13 years, and my experience has been incredibly rewarding. The school's commitment to its mission of welcome, safety and respect has created a...Avenues offers a rigorous curriculum that challenges students and prepares them for higher education. The support I've received from teachers and staff has been invaluable in helping me excel in...As captain of the girls's varsity soccer team and a member of several other varsity teams, I have benefited from excellent athletic programs that promote teamwork and leadership. Overall, Avenues has provided me with the tools and support necessary to become the person I am today, which is why I think it's a great choice for any family considering!.

    Read 160 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,958,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 5 to 1,

  7. #15 Best Private High Schools in New York.

    BASIS Independent Brooklyn

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    Private School,

    BROOKLYN, NY,

    PK, K-12,

    63 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says We absolutely love BASIS! The teachers and administrators are exceptional—supportive and skilled at nurturing a love for learning in the kids. The curriculum is challenging yet engaging, and our son...The daily schedule and teacher structure are well-organized, contributing to a positive learning environment. While sports had room for improvement, we're pleased with the positive changes under the....

    Read 63 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 729,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  8. #22 Best Private High Schools in New York.

    Hackley School

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    Private School,

    TARRYTOWN, NY,

    K-12,

    83 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says This comfortable school has lovely teachers, facilities, sports, and spirit. For some reason, the school's most tough, time-consuming subject is English. Some of the teachers teach it in an excellent....

    Read 83 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 855,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

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