The Platte Clove School offers rigorous academics and a broad education in art, music, sportsmanship, and skilled crafts of many kinds.
Inspiring children to a lifelong love of learning and service to others is a central tenet of our approach to schooling. The curriculum emphasizes the fundamentals of reading, writing, and arithmetic and a strong connection to the natural world rather than reliance on technology.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1990
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- The Platte Clove School offers rigorous academics and a broad education in art, music, sportsmanship, and skilled crafts of many kinds.
- Inspiring children to a lifelong love of learning and service to others is a central tenet of our approach to schooling. The curriculum emphasizes the fundamentals of reading, writing, and arithmetic and a strong connection to the natural world rather than reliance on technology.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Eberhard Arnold - Founder, Theologian
- Emmy Arnold - Co-founder, Author
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Platte Clove School?
Platte Clove School famous alumni include: Eberhard Arnold - Founder, Theologian and Emmy Arnold - Co-founder, Author.
When is the application deadline for Platte Clove School?
The application deadline for Platte Clove School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Platte Clove School is Woodstock Day School (6.8 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Woodstock Day School
Alternative School
1430 Glasco Tpke
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 246-3744
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 246-3744
6.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 181 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
84 Zena Rd
Kingston, NY 12401
(617) 717-4120
Kingston, NY 12401
(617) 717-4120
9.6 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 75 students
School Of The New Moon
Special Program Emphasis
46 Erickas Walk
Mount Tremper, NY 12457
(845) 679-7112
Mount Tremper, NY 12457
(845) 679-7112
10.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 17 students
Center For Spectrum Services
Special Education School
70 Kukuk Ln
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-2616
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-2616
11.6 miles
Gr: PK | 125 students Tuition listed
Catskill Montessori School
Montessori School
48 Anbach Ln
Catskill, NY 12414
(518) 218-6622
Catskill, NY 12414
(518) 218-6622
11.7 miles
Gr: Inquire with school | 85 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Woodstock Day School
Alternative School
1430 Glasco Tpke
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 246-3744
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 246-3744
6.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 181 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
Abundant Life Academy
(Christian)
389 Broadway
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-9883
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-9883
15.4 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 8 students
26 Grove St
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-1448
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-1448
15.9 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 48 students Tuition listed
2416 County Route 26
Climax, NY 12042
(518) 966-5037
Climax, NY 12042
(518) 966-5037
20.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 48 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
37 Shepherds Way
Clinton Corners, NY 12514
(845) 266-3497
Clinton Corners, NY 12514
(845) 266-3497
25.3 miles
Gr: K-12 | 77 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Woodstock Day School
Alternative School
1430 Glasco Tpke
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 246-3744
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 246-3744
6.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 181 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
Abundant Life Academy
(Christian)
389 Broadway
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-9883
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 338-9883
15.4 miles
Gr: 1-9 | 8 students
Kingston Catholic School
(Catholic)
159 Broadway
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-9318
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-9318
15.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 233 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
26 Grove St
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-1448
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-1448
15.9 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 48 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Woodstock Day School
Alternative School
1430 Glasco Tpke
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 246-3744
Saugerties, NY 12477
(845) 246-3744
6.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 181 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
School Of The New Moon
Special Program Emphasis
46 Erickas Walk
Mount Tremper, NY 12457
(845) 679-7112
Mount Tremper, NY 12457
(845) 679-7112
10.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 17 students
Center For Spectrum Services
Special Education School
70 Kukuk Ln
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-2616
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 336-2616
11.6 miles
Gr: PK | 125 students Tuition listed
Montessori School Of Kingston
Montessori School
100 Lucas Ave
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-3311
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-3311
14.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 40 students
Kingston Catholic School
(Catholic)
159 Broadway
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-9318
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 331-9318
15.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 233 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Marbletown Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12 Pinebush Rd
Accord, NY 12404
(845) 687-0284
Accord, NY 12404
(845) 687-0284
9481.1 miles
Gr: K-3 | 295 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Onteora High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4166 Rt 28
Boiceville, NY 12412
(845) 657-2373
Boiceville, NY 12412
(845) 657-2373
9482.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 370 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Onteora Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4166 Rt 28
Boiceville, NY 12412
(845) 657-2373
Boiceville, NY 12412
(845) 657-2373
9482.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 248 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Reginald Bennett Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4166 Rt 28
Boiceville, NY 12412
(845) 657-2354
Boiceville, NY 12412
(845) 657-2354
9482.5 miles
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Ernest C Myer School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
121 Schoolhouse Ln
Hurley, NY 12443
(845) 943-3481
Hurley, NY 12443
(845) 943-3481
9483.7 miles
Gr: K-4 | 213 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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