The Long Island School for the Gifted (LISG) is a unique and exciting school for grades K-9.
We are a community dedicated to providing an outstanding education for academically gifted children where they are nurtured and treasured.
We offer an academically challenging and nurturing environment. Although technically not a neighborhood school, there is a true sense of community within our walls.
Class size is small, typically sixteen, as is the student/faculty ratio.
This provides numerous opportunities for student/teacher interactions and enables us to focus on the needs of each child in our crusade to provide challenging material that will encourage and nurture an intrinsic love of learning in each of our students.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Year Founded
1980
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
105 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
16 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
11 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Debate Club, Girls Who Code Club, Green Team, Math Olympiad, Public Speaking, SAT Prep, Stem Club, VEX Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
Dance Club, Theatre Arts
Chess Club, Debate Club, Girls Who Code Club, Green Team, Math Olympiad, Public Speaking, SAT Prep, Stem Club, VEX Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
Dance Club, Theatre Arts
School Notes
- Long Island School for the Gifted (LISG) is the only school of its kind on Long Island.A private coeducational day school for gifted students
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Long Island School For The Gifted?
The application deadline for Long Island School For The Gifted is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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