The Kew-Forest School

11917 Union Tpke
Forest Hills, NY 11375

Kew-Forest is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory school for students in grades Preschool-12.

All graduates pursue college or university studies, and for that reason, the school's programs emphasize the traditional values in education that will provide a foundation for post-secondary work.

The mission of The Kew-Forest School is to provide an academically challenging college-preparatory education to a culturally diverse community in a structured, caring environment.

Students are encouraged to achieve their individual potential and strive for personal integrity and respect for others.

Our community reflects the rich diversity of the borough of Queens with over 70 nationalities and 30 home languages spoken.

Intentionally small, our school allows each student to shine.

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 235 students
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

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

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Year Founded

1918

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

Link to Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Link to School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

235 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

55%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

31 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

14 students

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

Art, Biology, Calculus BC, Computer Science, English Language, English Literature, Environmental Science, Law and Government, Physics, Psychology, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, US History, World History

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Link to Matriculation Data

Classroom Dress Code

Formal
Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / rolling

% on Financial Aid

55%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$26,000

Admissions Director

Soraya Diaz Tamayo

Admissions Associate

Lyla Eaton

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

Archery, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

16 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
American Math Competition, Community Service, Computer Science Club, Drama Club, Film Club, Forensics Club, Games and Strategy, Kaleidoscope, LGBTQ+, Mock Trial, Model United Nations, Newspaper, Peer Counseling, Story Club, Student Council, Yearbook

School Notes

Kew-Forest is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory school for students in grades Pre-K-12.
All graduates are expected to go on to college, and for that reason, the school's programs emphasize the traditional values in education that will provide a foundation for post-secondary work.
The mission of The Kew-Forest School is to provide an academically challenging college-preparatory education to a culturally diverse community in a structured, caring environment.
Students are encouraged to achieve their individual potential and strive for personal integrity and respect for others.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Kew-Forest School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Kew-Forest School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does The Kew-Forest School offer?

The Kew-Forest School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Archery, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is The Kew-Forest School's ranking?

The Kew-Forest School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Kew-Forest School?

The application deadline for The Kew-Forest School is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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