The Ethical Culture Fieldston School, also known more simply as Fieldston or Ethical Culture, is a private pre-K–12th grade coeducational school in New York City with two campuses, in Manhattan and in the Bronx.
The school is a member of the Ivy Preparatory School League.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Yearly Tuition: $65,540
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Ecfs 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 Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1878
Colors
Orange
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
397 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
48%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$65,540
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fieldston Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Ecfs cost?
Ecfs's tuition is approximately $65,540 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Ecfs?
The acceptance rate of Ecfs is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 74%. Ecfs's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.
What is Ecfs's ranking?
Ecfs 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 Ecfs?
The application deadline for Ecfs is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Ecfs located?
Ecfs is located in the West Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 4 other private schools located in West Bronx.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Ecfs is Ethical Culture Fieldston School (ECFS) (0.0 miles away)
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Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 329-7300
Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 329-7300
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(718) 432-4114
Bronx, NY 10471
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Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 432-4114
Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 432-4114
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All-boys (Jewish)
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Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 432-2600
Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 432-2600
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9-12
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Yeshiva Of The Telshe Alumni
All-boys (Jewish)
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Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 601-3523
Bronx, NY 10471
(718) 601-3523
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9-12
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