The Buckley School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Kindergarten-9
Enrollment: 366 students
Yearly Tuition: $64,000
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

The Buckley School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-9

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Buckley School
Kind	48
1	43
2	44
3	39
4	41
5	35
6	40
7	35
8	32
9	9

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Year Founded

1913

School Motto

Honor et Veritas

Student Body

Total Students

366 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

67 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

70%

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$64,000

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Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Colors

White, Blue

School Mascot

The Blue Demon

School Notes

The goals of a Buckley education are that every boy learn fundamental skills, gain self-confidence through disciplined thought and action, develop personal integrity and respect for others, and discover the joy of learning and the satisfaction of pursuing excellence.
Having high standards, pursuing excellence, exhibiting concern for each child and maintaining the level of student engagement are goals of a first-rate faculty.
This is certainly the case here at Buckley where we support our colleagues in their development as professionals and in their critical work with our students.
In addition to exceptional teachers, what makes Buckley truly special is our focus on the development of the whole boy.
We require boys to participate in all areas of school life, engaging the mind, body and spirit.
The moral development of the boys is also a chief concern.
Each year our boys are exposed to programs that address such topics as decision-making and accountability.
Buckley is a truly unique school, which, while proud of its traditions, is well positioned to embrace the challenges of the twenty-first century.

The goals of a Buckley education are that every boy learn fundamental skills, gain self-confidence through disciplined thought and action, develop personal integrity and respect for others, and discover the joy of learning and the satisfaction of pursuing excellence. Having high standards, pursuing excellence, exhibiting concern for each child and maintaining the level of student engagement are goals of a first-rate faculty. This is certainly the case here at Buckley where we support our colleagues in their development as professionals and in their critical work with our students. In addition to exceptional teachers, what makes Buckley truly special is our focus on the development of the whole boy. We require boys to participate in all areas of school life, engaging the mind, body and spirit. The moral development of the boys is also a chief concern. Each year our boys are exposed to programs that address such topics as decision-making and accountability. Buckley is a truly unique school, which, while proud of its traditions, is well positioned to embrace the challenges of the twenty-first century.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Buckley School cost?

The Buckley School's tuition is approximately $64,000 for private students.

What schools are The Buckley School often compared to?

The Buckley School is often viewed alongside schools like Collegiate School by visitors of our site.

What is The Buckley School's ranking?

The Buckley School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Buckley School?

The application deadline for The Buckley School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event

Date

Class V - VII Conference Day: School Closed for Classes V-Academy

November 06, 2026 (Friday)

*Conference Day: School Closed for Beginners-Class IV*

November 09, 2026 (Monday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 27, 2026 (Friday)

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The average private school tuition in New York, NY is $48,153 for elementary schools and $49,674 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New York, NY is 60% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).