Dwight School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
School Type: Alternative School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 955 students
Yearly Tuition: $60,185
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 1
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Dwight School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

School Type

Alternative School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Dwight School
Nursery	153
Pre-K	60
Kind	44
1	36
2	39
3	41
4	48
5	38
6	48
7	66
8	50
9	75
10	95
11	92
12	70

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1872

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

955 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

142 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)
International Baccalaureate World School (IB)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$60,185

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% on Financial Aid

25%

Admissions Director

Maryll Spahn

Admissions Associate

Melissa Andolina

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

CheeringCross Country

Track and FieldVolleyball

Winter Track

Colors

White, Blue

School Mascot

Lions

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

30 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Contemporary Arts SocietyDance Lab

Digital PhotographyGreen Roof Space Research and Design

Improv Performance GroupJazz Band

Mock TrialsModel UN

Performance MusicProm Committee

Student CouncilUpper School Theater Production

Upper School Vocal EnsembleYoga

Young Writers Society

Club or Organization:

American Sign LanguageChess Club

Cooking ClubDebate Team

DodgeballFashion Club

FencingFlag Football

Math LabMusical Theater

ParkourStock Market Club

YearbookZoology

Zumba

School Notes

Founded in 1872 and located in New York, Dwight School is an internationally renowned private international school (nursery-grade 12) committed to educating the next generation of innovative global leaders - one student at a time.
Providing a personalized experience for each student through the academically vigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, Dwight is dedicated to "igniting the spark of genius" in every child.

What sets Dwight apart:

Personalized Learning

No two students are alike - and no two student journeys at Dwight are the same.
Dwight customizes an educational path for every student based on their personal interests, talents, and passions, which we call "igniting the spark of genius in every child."
Students have a multitude of opportunities to explore their personal passions at every stage through our inquiry-based IB curriculum, as well as beyond the classroom through robust extracurricular opportunities with mentors and coaches.

Community

Dwight is a close-knit, diverse community in which every student is empowered to make a difference.
Mentorship programs create bonds between older and younger students both inside and outside the classroom.
Our ground-breaking community partnership in East Harlem created the Dwight School Athletic Center.

Global Vision

Dwight in New York is the flagship campus of The Dwight Schools, a global network of leading IB World Schools in London, Seoul, Shanghai, Dubai, Hanoi, and our campus in the cloud - Dwight Global Online School.
Dwight students participate in a wide range of enriching cross-campus exchange programs, curricular and creative collaborations, online programs, athletic competitions, and global leadership conferences.
Dwight is the first school in the Americas to offer the comprehensive IB curriculum for students ages 3-19.
The IB educates students to be critical thinkers who are globally minded and committed to making our world a better place.
The IB Diploma Program is recognized worldwide as the "gold standard" in pre-university preparation.

Innovation

Dwight has long been on the forefront of education, piloting programs for the IB and introducing exciting new teaching and learning experiences within both brick-and-mortar and online classrooms. Dwight Global Online School is ranked the #2 online high school by Newsweek and niche.com.
Spark Tank, Dwight's after-school incubator, empowers K-12 students to bring their own ideas to market. Students develop entrepreneurial, innovation, and leadership skills, andlaunch businesses and non-profits designed to solve real-world problems and make a difference.
In Dwight's makerspaces, students tinker, build, craft, and invent, reflecting their own passions and what they're learning through our design and engineering curriculum.Our state-of-the-art rooftop pavilions include an open observatory, allowing students to explore, create, and let their imaginations soar.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Stephen Spahn - Chancellor of Dwight School, recognized for his leadership in global education. -
- Aidan Rizvi - An innovative student known for the 'Peace Panda' charity project in 2025. -

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dwight School cost?

Dwight School's tuition is approximately $60,185 for private students.

What schools are Dwight School often compared to?

Dwight School is often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School by visitors of our site.

Who are famous alumni from Dwight School?

Dwight School famous alumni include: Stephen Spahn - Chancellor of Dwight School, recognized for his leadership in global education. and Aidan Rizvi - An innovative student known for the 'Peace Panda' charity project in 2025..

What sports does Dwight School offer?

Dwight School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Fencing, Golf, Gymnastics, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track. Dwight School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.

What is Dwight School's ranking?

Dwight School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Dwight School?

The application deadline for Dwight School is Dec. 1.

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