Soundview Preparatory School

370 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, NY, 10598-0105
Tel: (914)962-2780
Grades: 7 - 12 | 69 students
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Soundview Preparatory School, an independent, coed day school for grades 6 – 12, is located in Yorktown Heights, New York in Northern Westchester County. Soundview's purpose is to provide a college-preparatory education in a supportive and non-competitive environment that requires rigorous application to academics, instills respect for ethical values, and fosters self-confidence by helping each student feel recognized and valued.

School Overview:
Soundview Preparatory School
School Membership(s) New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 7 - 12
Year Founded 1989
Student Body
Total Students 69 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 12% (NY School Avg.: 22%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 4:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 81%
Average Class Size 7 students
Number of AP Courses 2 courses
Advanced Courses
AP European History AP U.S. History
Average SAT score 1747
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $34,500
Tuition Notes $33300 for middle school.
Admissions Director Mary Ivanyi
Sports
Total Sports Offered 3 sports
Sports
Basketball Soccer
Ultimate Frisbee
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 10 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Art Club Chess Club
Community Service Drama
Literary Magazine Music Club
Outdoors Club Politics Club
Ski Club Yearbook

School Notes:

  • Soundview was founded in the belief that a student best develop academic skills, self-worth and leadership ability in small classes, where teachers know the learning style and interests of each individual. Therefore, classes average seven students at Soundview.

    Soundview's philosophy is that a non-competitive approach is the best way to equip students to succeed in the real world.  We articulate this conviction in every aspect of a student's educational experience.

    At Soundview, we believe in the value of each indivdiual.  Students learn that we listen to them and respond reasonably to them. They understand that they can control their education, based upon individual goals they set in consultation with advisors, administrators and family.

    • Profile last updated: 09/05/2012

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