The Churchill School & Center (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 441 students
Yearly Tuition: $76,125
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Churchill School & Center
1	8
2	12
3	24
4	36
5	36
6	39
7	39
8	39
9	52
10	52
11	52
12	52

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia / Language-based Learning Differences

Year Founded

1972

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Campus Size

1 acre

Student Body

Total Students

441 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

53 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

12 students

Number of AP Courses

15 courses

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$76,125

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Tuition Notes

Tuition includes all related services. Most families pursue reimbursement and/or direct payment of tuition through the Department of Education.

% on Financial Aid

35%

Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Sarah Szen

Admissions Associate

Alyssa Dowler

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$50 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Flag FootballSoccer

SoftballSwimming

TennisTrack and Field

VolleyballWeightlifting

Winter Track

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

8 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Affinity SpacesDebate

LGBTQ AllianceRobotics Team

Student Government

Arts and Music Programs:

Digital ArtTheater

Visual Arts

School Notes

At The Churchill School and Center, we believe that every child deserves a great day at school. Our mission is to provide an innovative and transformational K-12 learning community that empowers students with language-based learning disabilities. We serve capable students with diagnosed learning needs such as dyslexia, language disorders, ADHD, and auditory processing delays.

School Motto: Every child deserves to have a great day at school.
School Mascot: The Churchill Hawk

The Churchill School and Center is a K-12 coeducational college preparatory day school dedicated to working collaboratively with students, educators, and families to help children with language based learning disabilities realize their fullest potential.
At Churchill we embrace our differences as a gift. We understand that each and every student comes to us with a unique constellation of strengths, talents and interests and that students with language-based learning disabilities need a specialized program that works to meet their specific needs.Supported by our expert team of educators and staff, we address students academic and social needs by evaluating the latest innovations and researched-based pedagogy in order to create tailored solutions set within an intensive, yet rigorous program that drives students to succeed.
In our Lower School, encompassing grades K to 6th, we work to build the foundations of learning by cultivating in our students a love for knowledge and a passion for discovery. Lower School students learn in small group settings which are guided by our team of school psychologists, social workers, speech and language therapists, executive functioning specialists and occupational therapists who work closely with classroom teachers and administrators. This collaborative approach ensures that each student receives the tailored support they need to thrive and includes both embedded supports and related services.
- Please click here to read about our Lower School curriculum, in greater detail!
In our Upper School, encompassing grades 7 to 12, our goal is to equip students with the skills and strategies they need to continue growing into self-aware, lifelong learners who are curious, confident and proactive. Upper School students work collaboratively with advisors, teachers, mental health specialists, speech and language clinicians, learning specialists and other staff to ensure that students needs are supported across disciplines and content areas. As a college preparatory program, we work to ensure students are ready to meet the demands of college through our intensive college guidance program. With that said, we also recognize that college, like most things in life, is not a one-size-fits-all model! Students are also given the opportunity to shape their Churchill experience through participation in various student life initiatives such as Student Government, our Service Learning Program and internships. Others discover avenues to express their talents by joining sports teams or venturing into creative pursuits in music, art, and theater.
- Please click here to read more about our Upper School curriculum, in greater detail.
Our ultimate goal is more than academic achievement-it is for students to understand and pursue their talents, interests, and dreams!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Churchill School & Center cost?

The Churchill School & Center's tuition is approximately $76,125 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Churchill School & Center?

The acceptance rate of The Churchill School & Center is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.

Does The Churchill School & Center offer a summer program?

Yes, The Churchill School & Center offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does The Churchill School & Center offer?

The Churchill School & Center offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Winter Track.

What is The Churchill School & Center's ranking?

The Churchill School & Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for The Churchill School & Center?

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

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New York, NY is $47,316 for elementary schools and $49,836 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New York, NY is 58% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).