Mary McDowell Friends School

The Mary McDowell Friends School is an independent, Friends school for children with learning disabilities.
As its guiding principle, the School believes that every child with learning disabilities can learn with the support of a community dedicated to specialized teaching, cooperation and respect. The School's approach is grounded in the Quaker values of respect for individuals, personal, and social responsibility, peaceful resolution of conflict, the importance of diversity and the value of service.
Challenging and building on the strengths of each child, the School cherishes the uniqueness of every student.
The School is committed to an educational partnership between faculty and parents.
It serves as a resource in Brooklyn to provide information about learning disabilities to professionals, parents and the community.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 438 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $73,174
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Mary McDowell Friends School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language based Learning Disabilities
Year Founded
1984

Student Body

Total Students
438 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Mary McDowell Friends School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Admissions Director
Pam Cotto & Tiffany Huggins

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

School Notes

  • The Mary McDowellFriends Schoolis an independent, Friends school for children with learning disabilities. As its guiding principle, theSchool believes that every child with learning disabilities can learn with the support of a community dedicated to specialized teaching, cooperation and respect. TheSchool's approach is grounded in the Quaker values of respect for individuals, personal, and social responsibility, peaceful resolution of conflict, the importance of diversity and the value of service. Challenging and building on the strengths of each child, theSchool cherishes the uniqueness of every student. TheSchool is committed to an educational partnership between faculty and parents. It serves as a resource in Brooklyn to provide information about learning disabilities to professionals, parents and the community.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mary McDowell Friends School cost?
Mary McDowell Friends School's tuition is approximately $73,174 for private students.
What sports does Mary McDowell Friends School offer?
Mary McDowell Friends School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Mary McDowell Friends School's ranking?
Mary McDowell Friends School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Mary McDowell Friends School?
The application deadline for Mary McDowell Friends School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is Mary McDowell Friends School located?
Mary McDowell Friends School is located in the Boerum Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other private schools located in Boerum Hill.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
Mary Mcdowell Friend School is truly an amazing school, community and environment for ideal learning suited to ALL students and our individualized learning. I started at mmfs back in 3rd grade (2007), fast forward and I am a class of 2016 alumni, currently enrolled in American University. (something my parents would have been proud of any of their children for doing, let alone their child with the most serve to learn difficulties. Note I did label myself as disabled, I think my writing speaks for itself.)I was unable to read, couldn't write past a 1st-grade level, was acting out in all ways because I wasn't given the tools I needed to be "smart", thankfully when I left a park slope public school to attend Mary Mcdowell, all that and so much more changed. I am an Education major and I am considering getting my master in Special Education, I attribute MMFS to that dream becoming a reality. I was not the perfect student although as the years went by, I went from getting some A's with the downfalls of some C's, to straight A's my entire high school career. Once it became clear I was hungry for higher levels of learning and educating myself before college, MMFS made it their mission to help me achieve my academic potential. As well as shaping me into a self-aware global citizen who wants to leave the world a little better. Thank you to all the Mary Mcdowell Staff even the ones I use to get into heated political and feminism based arguments with. ~~~~
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5  
Highest recommendation. Visit, and the many reasons why will be immediately clear...as will your relief and renewed hope as you contemplate entrusting your child to these true educators. A place of both kindness and vision.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NY School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 438 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $73,174
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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