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

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: 5-12
Enrollment: 693 students
Yearly Tuition: $59,850
Acceptance rate: 100%
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Feb. 15
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 5-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Masters School
5	23
6	43
7	48
8	65
9	128
10	128
11	138
12	120

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Year Founded

1877

Campus Size

96 acres

School Motto

Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might.

Student Body

Total Students

693 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

36%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

101 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

14 students

Average SAT score

1343

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

16 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AP Art HistoryAP Biology

AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC

AP ChemistryAP English Language

AP English LiteratureAP European History

AP French LanguageAP Latin

AP Music TheoryAP Physics C Mechanics

AP Spanish LanguageAP Statistics

AP Studio ArtAP United States History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / Feb. 15

Yearly Tuition Cost

$59,850

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Tuition Notes

Middle School $46,600; Upper School Day $47,200; Boarding $65,700

% on Financial Aid

25%

Acceptance Rate

100%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Emma Katznelson

Admissions Associate

Tim Custer

Endowment Size

$59 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

15 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

White, Purple

School Mascot

Panther

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

40 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Anime ClubArt Guild

Classics ClubCommunity Government

Cooking ClubDebate Club

Dobbs 16 (co-ed a cappella)Dobbs Athletic Association

Dohters (female a cappella)Film Club

Football ClubFrench Club

Gaming ClubGay-Straight Alliance

Glee ClubGold Key

Improv ClubInternational Club

Knitting ClubLatin Club

Latinos UnidosMasterpieces (yearbook)

MISH (community service)Model UN

Muse (dance)One Love

OnyxOperation Smile

Outdoor ClubPanache (literary magazine)

Philosophy ClubPhoenix (drama)

REEF (environmental club)SADD

Spanish ClubThe Naturals (male a cappella)

Touring TalentTower (newspaper)

Ubuntu (community service)Urban Connection (dance)

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School Notes

Founded in 1877, The Masters School is a leading co-ed day, 5 and 7-day boarding school for grades 5-12 located on a beautiful 96-acre campus.
Masters is distinguished by its renowned teaching method, an accessible residential faculty and welcoming and inclusive culture. Students find their own voices through the School`s transformative seminar-style learning approach, which builds collaborative and confident learners.
All students benefit from the boarding school environment featuring true global diversity (students from 30 countries) and a vibrant 24-7 campus life with the majority of faculty living on campus.
The result is students who are empowered to realize their greatest potential across academic, athletic and artistic disciplines, and emerge ready for success in college, career and life.

Admission Deadline: Upper & Middle School Day Students- December 15, Upper School Boarding Students- February 15, 2019

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Kara DioGuardi - Kara Elizabeth DioGuardi is an American singer-songwriter, record producer, music publisher, A&R executive, composer and TV personality. She writes music primarily in the light pop-rock, dance, and R&B genres. DioGuardi has worked with many popular a
- Nancy Kissinger - Nancy Sharon Maginnes Kissinger is a philanthropist, and the second wife of former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger. She was a long-time aide to New York governor Nelson Rockefeller before her marriage, recommended to him in 1964 by her future
- Nia DaCosta - Nia DaCosta is a director and screenwriter. DaCosta is the first Black female director to debut a film at #1 ("Candyman") and the youngest filmmaker to direct a Marvel film.
- Alex Pall - Alex Pall is a musician best known as part of the duo The Chainsmokers.
- Marin Alsop - Marin Alsop is a conductor and violinist. She is currently music director of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, as well as, chief conductor of the Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra, and the Ravinia Festival.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Masters School cost?

The Masters School's tuition is approximately $59,850 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Masters School?

The acceptance rate of The Masters School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.

Who are famous alumni from The Masters School?

The Masters School famous alumni include: Kara DioGuardi, Nancy Kissinger, Nia DaCosta, Alex Pall and Marin Alsop.

What sports does The Masters School offer?

The Masters School offers 15 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. The Masters School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.

What is The Masters School's ranking?

The Masters School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for The Masters School?

The application deadline for The Masters School is Dec. 15 / Feb. 15.

School Calendar

View the The Masters School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event

Date

Upper School first day of classes (Classes start for all upper school students at 8:30 a.m. The day combines orientation activities for all students and academic classes.)

September 08, 2026 (Tuesday)

Middle School first day of classes (The day begins at 8:30 a.m. and includes orientation activities for all middle school students and an introduction to academic classes.)

September 09, 2026 (Wednesday)

Upper School Open House

October 17, 2026 (Saturday)

Middle School Open House

October 17, 2026 (Saturday)

Thanksgiving break begins after school and after any required school obligations are completed.

November 20, 2026 (Friday)

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 8/4/2022

I graduated with Masters in 1977, it's the centennial year. My education there afforded me opportunities I would otherwise have missed out on. I loved the small class sizes, the accessibility of teachers, the community on campus as well as Dobbs Ferry itself. I love this school and will always consider myself very fortunate that my parents allowed me to decide where I wanted to go to school. I have never regretted my choice.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Julia (Morris) Rehfeld

5 7/9/2012

The Masters School offers a rigorous environment for students to learn and participate in various activities. Besides having exceptional opportunities to learn, students have the ability to join and Number of Clubs from Dobbs 16. The nationally acclaimed singing group. To Mish, a charity organization that helps anyone that is in need. The Masters School offers excellent athletics with a Number of state of the Art facilities. Masters also has state of the art facilities for science, music, theater, and general classrooms. The Masters school is the place to go.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Pfurt

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Westchester County, NY is $26,945 for elementary schools and $33,420 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Westchester County, NY is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).