At Manhattan Day School, academic rigor is met and matched by all that is pedagogically creative and dynamic.
Innovative approaches to secular and Judaic studies coexist harmoniously. Growth is wed to commitment, with teachers, children, and parents empowering each other to succeed.
Bolstered by an atmosphere of loving communal support, individualized academic attention thrives.
Every student, regardless of strength or weakness, talent or need, is considered a valued member of the Manhattan Day School (MDS) community And every student is taught at an individual level that makes the best learning possible.
Our philosophy and approach are to treat your children as if they were our children and to extend our embrace to your entire family.
And because we believe our responsibility begins in the beautiful dreams you have for your daughters and sons, we are committed to passing on to them the spiritual underpinnings that bring the full spectrum of Torah values to life.
Our goal is for each child to graduate from Manhattan Day School as a mensch, with a story to tell of success, and each with a lifelong love of learning.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Yearly Tuition: $20,000
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Manhattan Day 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 Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Language based Learning Disabilities
Year Founded
1943
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
455 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
40%
Average Class Size
19 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Cindy Sherman
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: כִּי נֵר מִצְוָה וְתוֹרָה אוֹר וְדֶרֶךְ חַיִּים A Mitzva is a candle and the Torah is the light –Proverbs 6:23
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Manhattan Day School cost?
Manhattan Day School's tuition is approximately $20,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Manhattan Day School?
The acceptance rate of Manhattan Day School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 74%.
What sports does Manhattan Day School offer?
Manhattan Day School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.
What is Manhattan Day School's ranking?
Manhattan Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Manhattan Day School?
The application deadline for Manhattan Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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