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Largest New York Private Schools

The average private school in New York has 245 students (2026-27).

The largest private school in New York is Uta Of Kiryas Joel, with 9,361 students.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# NY Schools Ranked: 1,736
Top 20 Range (Students): 1,675–9,361
NY School Avg.: 245
National School Avg.: 175

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# NY Schools Ranked: 1,736
Top 20 Range (Students): 1,675–9,361
NY School Avg.: 245
National School Avg.: 175

New York Average Students Per School (Trends)

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Year	New York (NY) avg
2025	246
2024	238
2023	238
2022	250
2021	245
2020	242
2019	247
2018	245
2017	242
2016	241
2015	230

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Show school map — New York (students range: 1,675–9,361, avg 245)

School Size Range: 1,200 9,361 Avg. School Size: 2,179

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New York average private schools student size?

The New York average private schools student size is 245 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with the largest student size in New York?

The top ranked private schools in New York include Uta Of Kiryas Joel, Bais Rochel School and Sheri Torah V'yoel Moshe.

What is private high school and private elementary school with the largest student size in New York?

The private high school with the largest student size in New York is Uta Of Kiryas Joel, with a value of 9361. The private elementary school with the largest student size is Uta Of Kiryas Joel, with a value of 9361.

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