Founded in 1709, Trinity School challenges the minds, fires the imagination and trains the bodies of New York city boys and girls.
Trinity's mission, stated in carefully considered terms, is essentially to provide its students with a setting—intellectual, moral, and physical—in which they can pursue the elements of a liberal education.
We understand the idea of liberal education is: reading and writing accurately and truthfully; being curious and critical-minded; opening our minds to the ideas of others; questioning authority; maintaining self-respect and respect for the other.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 997 students
- Yearly Tuition: $66,740
- Acceptance rate: 20%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Trinity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1709
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
997 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
170 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$66,740
Acceptance Rate
20%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trinity Tiger
- Founded in 1709, Trinity School challenges the minds, fires the imagination and trains the bodies of New York city boys and girls. Trinity's mission, stated in carefully considered terms, is essentially to provide its students with a setting—intellectual, moral, and physical—in which they can pursue the elements of a liberal education. We understand the idea of liberal education is: reading and writing accurately and truthfully; being curious and critical-minded; opening our minds to the ideas of others; questioning authority; maintaining self-respect and respect for the other.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Trinity School cost?
Trinity School's tuition is approximately $66,740 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Trinity School?
The acceptance rate of Trinity School is 20%, which is lower than the national average of 74%. Trinity School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.
What is Trinity School's ranking?
Trinity School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Trinity School?
The application deadline for Trinity School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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