Karafin School has a limited number of students but the student body is not limited in intelligence. High school students with disabilites from the entire lower Hudson Valley and the City of New York are represented. The school follows the NYSED curriculum. The students take Regents Exams, PSAT and SAT tests and meet the criterion for eanring a New York or Connecticut diploma.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Yearly Tuition: $28,426
- Acceptance rate: 30%
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Karafin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
64%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
95%
Average Class Size
6 students
Number of AP Courses
3 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Calculus, Literature, US History
Average SAT score
1090
(Out of 1600)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$28,426
Acceptance Rate
30%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Bart A. Donow, Ph. D.
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
student council and student generated clubs
School Notes
- School Motto: Helping every student achieve their maximum potential
- 84 student maximum enrollment. Class size = 6 students, 1 teacher, 1 teacher's aide.
- All core academic classes in science, math. social studies and English. Academic electives including, physics, calculus, psychology, soociolgy; plus music, art, computer technology, Spanish, Speech.
- Gudance Counselor and school psychologist.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Karafin School cost?
The Karafin School's tuition is approximately $28,426 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Karafin School?
The acceptance rate of The Karafin School is 30%, which is lower than the national average of 74%. The Karafin School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.
What is The Karafin School's ranking?
The Karafin School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for The Karafin School?
The application deadline for The Karafin School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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