Rockland Country Day School (Closed 2020)

34 Kings Highway
Congers, NY 10920
RCDS focuses on an individualized approach to education for each of its students.
The Pre-K through Grade 12 curriculum offers a breadth and depth of academics, arts and inquiry, with multi-age classes and opportunities for mentorship and leadership across the grades.
Each student benefits from differentiated learning techniques and an exceptional college preparatory program.
The school offers financial aid to maintain its unique and diverse socioeconomic learning environment on its sprawling rural 20-acre campus near New York City.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Gifted
Year Founded
1959

Student Body

Total Students
124 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 41%
Students by Grade
Rockland Country Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
5 courses
Advanced Courses
Biology, Calculus, English, History, Statistics
Average SAT score
1290
Average ACT score
30
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Varies by grade $17,000 Pre-K, $27,000 Children's School, $31,500 Middle School, $34,500 Upper School
% on Financial Aid
43%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$15,100
Acceptance Rate
64%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Tricia Mayer

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
20 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Criminal Justice, E-Magazine, Golf, Improv, Percussion, Psychology, Skiing, Tennis

Club or Organization:
Chess Club, Creative Writing, Mandarin, Organic Gardening

Arts and Music Programs:
Art Workshops, Ceramics, Chorus, Drama, Lego Club, Photography, Song Writing, Yearbook

School Notes

  • This Pre-K through Grade 12 independent school is based on a humanistic approach to education where each students is approached as an individual. Located on a sprawling 20-acre campus, Rockland Country Day School students benefit from differentiated learning techniques, award-winning arts program and provides an exceptional college preparatory program. Financial aid is available.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Rockland Country Day School cost?
Rockland Country Day School's tuition is approximately $29,975 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Rockland Country Day School?
The acceptance rate of Rockland Country Day School is 64%, which is lower than the national average of 79%.
What sports does Rockland Country Day School offer?
Rockland Country Day School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Rockland Country Day School?
The application deadline for Rockland Country Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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