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  • For the 2020 school year, there are 156 top private schools in New York belonging to the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), serving 66,423 students.
  • The National Association of Independent Schools, governed by a board of trustees and staffed by approximately 40 individuals, is a membership organization and the national voice of independent education. NAIS represents approximately 1,400 independent schools and associations in the United States, and affiliates with independent schools abroad as well. We offer a broad variety of services and products. The NAIS Principles of Good Practice for member schools define high standards and ethical behavior in key areas of independent school operations.You can also find more schools membership associations in New York.

Top National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Private Schools (2020)

  • School Location Grades Students
  • Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn
    Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn Photo - Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn's historic Bay Ridge campus is located at 8515 Ridge Boulevard, in the heart of Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. .
    (3)
     8515 Ridge Boulevard
    Brooklyn, NY 11209
    (718)238-3308
    Grades: NS-12 | 235 students
  • BASIS Independent Brooklyn
    BASIS Independent Brooklyn Photo - Our Early Learning Program (PreK-1, PreK-2, and kindergarten) fosters discovery, independence, and a love of learning.
    556 Columbia Street
    Brooklyn, NY 11231
    (718)643-6302
    Grades: PK-12 | 909 students
  • Buffalo Seminary
    Buffalo Seminary Photo - Founded in 1851, and in this building since 1909, Buffalo Seminary is on the National Register of Historic Places. Our campus includes 5 faculty and student residences in adjacent restored historic homes, and Larkin Field, a 5-minute walk away on a leafy parkway.
    All-girls
    (4)
     205 Bidwell Parkway
    Buffalo, NY 14222
    (716)885-6780
    Grades: 9-12 | 182 students
  • The Chapel School
    The Chapel School Photo - The Chapel School's small class sizes ... max 14 in preschool, 18 in K-5 and 16 in middle school ... provide opportunities for personal, individualized instruction and a strong sense of community!
    (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
    (3)
     172 White Plains Road
    Bronxville, NY 10708
    (914)337-3202
    Grades: PK-8 | 317 students
  • Garden School
    Garden School Photo - Garden School is a co-ed, nursery to grade 12, fully-accredited, independent college prep school in Jackson Heights, Queens.
    (1)
     3316 79th St
    Jackson Heights, NY 11372
    (718)335-6363
    Grades: NS-12 | 296 students
  • Harbor Country Day School
    Harbor Country Day School Photo - Harbor cherishes childhood, cultivates wonder and inspires confident learners and leaders.
    (4)
     17 Three Sisters Road
    Saint James, NY 11780
    (631)584-5555
    Grades: NS-8 | 133 students
  • Harlem Academy
    Harlem Academy Photo
    (5)
     1330 Fifth Avenue
    New York, NY 10026
    (212)348-2600
    Grades: 1-8 | 128 students
  • The Harvey School
    (5)
     260 Jay St
    Katonah, NY 10536
    (914)232-3161
    Grades: 6-12 | 355 students
  • The IDEAL School of Manhattan
    The IDEAL School of Manhattan Photo - Upper School students take their sketchbooks to Riverside Park for their visual art class.
    (1)
     314 West 91st Street
    New York, NY 10024
    (212)769-1699
    Grades: K-12 | 201 students
  • Ivy League School
    Ivy League School Photo
    (4)
     211 Brooksite Drive
    Smithtown, NY 11787
    (631)265-4177
    Grades: NS-8 | 293 students
  • The Knox School
    The Knox School Photo - As an institution that is mission-driven and intentional in its structure and purpose, The Knox School created its academic program to provide capable students with opportunities to excel within a liberal arts program that is infused with artistic and athletic pursuits in preparation for higher education at selective colleges and universities.
    (5)
     541 Long Beach Road
    Saint James, NY 11780
    (631)686-1600
    Grades: 6-12 | 163 students
  • Lawrence Woodmere Academy
    Lawrence Woodmere Academy Photo - Lawrence Woodmere Academy (LWA"), founded in 1912, is an elite Pre-K through 12, non-sectarian, private, College Preparatory School located in Woodmere, NY.
    (4)
     336 Woodmere Blvd
    Woodmere, NY 11598
    (516)394-1827
    Grades: PK-12 | 273 students
  • Lycee Francais de New York
    Lycee Francais de New York Photo
    (1)
     505 E 75th St
    New York, NY 10021
    (212)369-1400
    Grades: NS-12 | 1,332 students
  • New York Military Academy
    New York Military Academy Photo
    78 Academy Ave
    Cornwall On Hudson, NY 12520
    (845)534-3710
    Grades: 8-12 | 100 students
  • Pine Street School
    Pine Street School Photo - At Pine Street School, students collaborate across all areas of the curriculum, in two languages - English and either Spanish or Mandarin. Native speakers work alongside non-native speakers with expert teachers supporting. Literacy is central to their work and incorporated into everything they do. Classrooms support project-based inquiry and highly individualized learning for each student.
    (11)
     25 Pine Street
    New York, NY 10005
    (212)235-2325
    Grades: NS-8 | 195 students
  • Professional Children's School
    Professional Children's School Photo - At Professional Children's School, you don't have to choose between a great education and your dreams.
    132 W 60th St
    New York, NY 10023
    (212)582-3116
    Grades: 6-12 | 185 students
  • Rippowam Cisqua School
    Rippowam Cisqua School Photo - Rippowam Cisqua School (Upper Campus): Middle school students seek structured opportunities for adventure and discovery, while still yearning to play freely. A specialized curriculum for ninth graders accelerates their academic and leadership skills. Our new multimillion-dollar Upper Campus, built specifically for students age 11-15, provides the best environment to navigate this dynamic period of academic and emotional development.
    (8)
     439 Cantitoe St
    Bedford, NY 10506
    (914)244-1296
    Grades: PK-9 | 443 students
  • The Stony Brook School
    The Stony Brook School Photo - The Stony Brook School, founded in 1922, is an independent college preparatory school (grades 7-12) that exists to challenge young men and women to know Jesus Christ as Lord, to love others as themselves, and to grow in knowledge and skill, in order that they may serve the world through their character and leadership. "Character Before Career"
    (Christian)
     1 Chapman Parkway
    Stony Brook, NY 11790
    (631)751-1800
    Grades: 7-12 | 412 students
  • THINK Global School
    THINK Global School Photo - Students at THINK Global School have ample opportunities to work on their photography
    Alternative School
     1460 Broadway, #7032
    New York, NY 10036
    (646)808-0675
    Grades: 10-12 | 60 students
  • Vincent Smith School
    Vincent Smith School Photo - Upper School entrance
    Alternative School
    (1)
     322 Port Washington Blvd
    Port Washington, NY 11050
    (516)365-4900
    Grades: 1-12 | n/a students
  • The Winchendon School | NYC
    The Winchendon School | NYC Photo
    352-8 Classon Ave
    Brooklyn, NY 11238
    (347)763-8520
    Grades: 9-12 | n/a students
  • The Windsor School
    The Windsor School Photo - Our modern school building is conveniently located near the 7 train, LIRR, and 12 MTA bus lines. Students enjoy easy accessibility to educational and cultural attractions in Manhattan.
    (8)
     37-02 Main Street
    Flushing, NY 11354
    (718)359-8300
    Grades: 7-12 | 80 students
  • Winston Preparatory School NY
    Winston Preparatory School NY Photo - Seniors may participate in a variety of outdoor education adventures, including learning how to sail in the Caribbean Sea or hiking in the Appalachian Mountains.
    Special Education School
    (5)
     126 West 17th Street
    New York, NY 10011
    (646)638-2705
    Grades: 4-12 | 237 students
  • Abraham Joshua Heschel High School
    (Jewish)
     20 W End Ave
    New York, NY 10023
    (212)246-7717
    Grades: NS-12 | 882 students
  • Academy Of St. Joseph
    (Roman Catholic)
     1725 Brentwood Road Bldg 2
    Brentwood, NY 11717
    (631)273-2406
    Grades: K-12 | 385 students
  • The Albany Academies
     135-140 Academy Road
    Albany, NY 12208
    (518)429-2300
    Grades: PK-12 | 335 students
  • Allen Christian Pre-school
    Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
     11432 Merrick Blvd
    Jamaica, NY 11434
    (718)657-2500
    Grades: NS-PK | 163 students
  • The Allen-Stevenson School
    The Allen-Stevenson School Photo
    All-boys
     132 E 78th St
    New York, NY 10075
    (212)288-6710
    Grades: K-9 | 408 students
  • Allendale Columbia School
    Allendale Columbia School Photo
    (5)
     519 Allens Creek Road
    Rochester, NY 14618
    (585)381-4560
    Grades: NS-12 | 420 students
  • Alternative School For Math & Science
    Alternative School For Math & Science Photo - The Purple Team competes for the win during the balloon race on Field Day.
    Special Program Emphasis
    (1)
     291 E 1st St
    Corning, NY 14830
    (607)962-0011
    Grades: 6-8 | 119 students
  • Bank Street School For Children
    (6)
     610 W 112th Street
    New York, NY 10025
    (212)875-4433
    Grades: NS-8 | 465 students
  • Bay Ridge Preparatory School
    Bay Ridge Preparatory School Photo - The newest members of the Bay Ridge Prep alumni community celebrate their achievements at Commencement before starting their lives as succesful college students.
    (5)
     8101 Ridge Boulevard
    Brooklyn, NY 11209
    (718)833-9090
    Grades: K-12 | 387 students
  • Berkeley Carroll Elementary School
     701 Carroll St
    Brooklyn, NY 11215
    (718)789-1515
    Grades: PK-12 | 803 students
  • Berkeley Carroll School
    Berkeley Carroll School Photo - Berkeley Carroll School
    (4)
     181 Lincoln Place
    Brooklyn, NY 11217
    (718)789-6060
    Grades: PK-12 | 818 students
  • Birch Wathen Lenox School
    Birch Wathen Lenox School Photo - The Birch Wathen Lenox School
    (7)
     210 E 77th Street
    New York, NY 10075
    (212)861-0404
    Grades: K-12 | 565 students
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