Crescent School in Hempstead, NY, serves 280 students in grades K–12 within a suburban community setting and has an Islamic religious affiliation.
Founded in 1992, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 32 teaching staff and an average class size of 23 students.
The school offers five Advanced Placement (AP) courses and reports an average SAT score of 1200 for its high school students.
Tuition is determined through a selective admissions process with a 50% acceptance rate and rolling admissions throughout the year.
Crescent School's student body is 69% students of color, reflecting diverse enrollment in this suburban New York private school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Acceptance rate: 50%
- Average class size: 23 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Crescent School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Other
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
280 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
23 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
5 courses
Average SAT score
1200
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Najma
Endowment Size
$50 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate
- Jane Smith, Pulitzer Prize Winner
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Crescent School often compared to?
Crescent School is often viewed alongside schools like Hamza Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Crescent School?
The acceptance rate of Crescent School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 75%.
Who are famous alumni from Crescent School?
Crescent School famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate and Jane Smith, Pulitzer Prize Winner.
What sports does Crescent School offer?
Crescent School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball and Football.
When is the application deadline for Crescent School?
The application deadline for Crescent School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is Hebrew Academy Of Nassau County (0.8 miles away)
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