Horace Mann Upper School
Horace Mann is a co-educational college preparatory day school enrolling students in Nursery through Twelfth Grade.
Among the top independent day schools in the country, Horace Mann is best known for a superb academic program that draws talented young people from three states and as far away as 50 miles.
Horace Mann seeks to educate and nurture its students and to help them fulfill their potential.
To attain this goal, the School provides a challenging and rigorous set of academic and extracurricular programs within a caring and supportive environment.
Students are encouraged to test and learn about themselves, to develop a concern for others and to grow intellectually, physically, socially and emotionally.
The School seeks to foster a capacity in each individual for clear and creative thought.
The School encourages students to understand that learning is a lifelong endeavor that is valuable in itself.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 961 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Horace Mann Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
961 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Horace Mann Upper School often compared to?
Horace Mann Upper Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverdale Country School by visitors of our site.
What is Horace Mann Upper School's ranking?
Horace Mann Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Horace Mann Upper School?
The application deadline for Horace Mann Upper School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
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