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2024 Best Schools in the New York City Area

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

    The Pingry School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    BASKING RIDGE, NJ,

    K-12,

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

    Featured Review: Parent says My son completed his first year of middle school at Pingry. My son is an ambitious, sporty, introvert-extrovert and the school so far has been a perfect fit for him. A nice blend of focus on...Academics: there was about 1 hour of homework 4 days a week, and a focus on quizzes/assignments and team projects, rather than massive final tests.Community: spirit week, celebrate pingry, orientation week with a sleepover in the Pottersville campus all help to foster community. Sports: appropriately competitive. I loved how team practices were included within the actually school day.So far, well worth the $$$..

    Read 166 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,197,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

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

    Riverdale Country School

    Blue checkmark.

    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,

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

    The Chapin School

    Blue checkmark.

    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,

  4. #4 Best Private High Schools in New York City Area.

    Horace Mann School

    Blue checkmark.

    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,

  5. #7 Best Private High Schools in New York City Area.

    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,

  6. #11 Best Private High Schools in New York City Area.

    The Nightingale-Bamford School

    Blue checkmark.

    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,

  7. #16 Best Private High Schools in New York City Area.

    Avenues The World School

    Blue checkmark.

    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,

  8. #17 Best Private High Schools in New York City Area.

    BASIS Independent Brooklyn

    Blue checkmark.

    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,

  9. #1 Best Public High Schools in New York City Area.

    Staten Island Technical High School

    Blue checkmark.

    New York City Geographic District No. 31, NY,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Senior says My overall experience with Staten Island Technical High School was quite positive. The best part of my experience was the challenging curriculum and the dedicated teachers who were always willing to....

    Read 795 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,374,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,

  10. #3 Best Public High Schools in New York City Area.

    Townsend Harris High School

    Blue checkmark.

    New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY,

    9-12,

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

    Featured Review: Senior says Deciding to attend Townsend Harris was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.For starters, the community here is very welcoming, whether it be teachers, students, or admin. Spend a day here and you will see a multitude of friendly interactions between students and teachers in...Another aspect I appreciate is this school’s active student body. There are several major student-led events that occur throughout the year, and virtually all students participate it in. FON and S!NG...I love this community and I would recommend this school to anyone who can handle high academic stress!.

    Read 711 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 1,322,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,

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