The Chapin School is committed to preparing young women to thrive and lead in an increasingly complex world through the pursuit of academic excellence, personal integrity, and community responsibility.
Chapin graduates are distinguished by their advanced command of the sciences, humanities, social studies and arts, as well as by their strong values, integrity, and sense of their achievement and potential.
The school's college-preparatory curriculum takes into account the total development of each girl, from her academic progress to her social and emotional health.
Through liberal arts courses, participation in athletics and clubs, exposure to the fine and performing arts, and enriching social activities, a Chapin education challenges the minds of girls and young women while providing the foundation for a lifetime of curiosity, creativity, and intellectual achievement.
Chapin is built on a strong and deeply held, community-wide commitment to academic excellence within a caring environment.
Essential to the achievement of this excellence is a system of collegiality developed by the faculty.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Acceptance rate: 20%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Chaplin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1901
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
780 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
20%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Fortiter et Recte, Bravely and Rightly
- The Chapin School is committed to preparing young women to thrive and lead in an increasingly complex world through the pursuit of academic excellence, personal integrity, and community responsibility.
- Chapin graduates are distinguished by their advanced command of the sciences, humanities, social studies and arts, as well as by their strong values, integrity, and sense of their achievement and potential.
- The school's college-preparatory curriculum takes into account the total development of each girl, from her academic progress to her social and emotional health.
- Through liberal arts courses, participation in athletics and clubs, exposure to the fine and performing arts, and enriching social activities, a Chapin education challenges the minds of girls and young women while providing the foundation for a lifetime of curiosity, creativity, and intellectual achievement.
- Chapin is built on a strong and deeply held, community-wide commitment to academic excellence within a caring environment.
- Essential to the achievement of this excellence is a system of collegiality developed by the faculty.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Chaplin School often compared to?
The Chaplin School is often viewed alongside schools like The Spence School, The Brearley School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of The Chaplin School?
The acceptance rate of The Chaplin School is 20%, which is lower than the national average of 74%. The Chaplin School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.
What is The Chaplin School's ranking?
The Chaplin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for The Chaplin School?
The application deadline for The Chaplin School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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