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

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About the School

The Parkside School welcomes students from diverse ethnic, social and economic backgrounds who have a range of language-based learning difficulties.
Our high ratio of teachers and therapists to students facilitates a personalized, tailored, strengths-based approach.
Classrooms have two dedicated and supportive teachers.
The school has five speech and language pathologists, four occupational therapists, and five social workers.
Each department consults with teachers, offers classroom strategies, and provides individual therapies.
The school also has a robust arts and movement program so that children can develop and nurture their creative passions.
This level of individualized attention promotes children's confidence, self-esteem, and connection to their community.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked NY School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Kindergarten-5
Enrollment: 81 students
Yearly Tuition: $73,000
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-5

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Speech and Language needs, dyslexia, sensory/ regulation difficulties, ADHD

Year Founded

1986

Summer School Offered

Yes

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Student Body

Total Students

81 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

30%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

95%

Average Class Size

8 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

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

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$73,000

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Tuition Notes

We are a funded program

Admissions Director

Andie Levinger

Endowment Size

$7 million

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

5 extracurriculars

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and various teacher lead clubsChess Club

Newspaper ClubParkside Singers

Taekwondo

School Notes

At Parkside we strive to identify each child's unique learning style and then nurture their capacity to learn through our program of interdisciplinary teaching, individualized attention and collaborative problem solving.
INTERDISCIPLINARY
We offer a rich program including a full academic regimen; extensive exposure and practice in the arts; experienceswith movement and physical education; as well as therapeutic services in speech and language, occupational therapy, and counseling -all sharing a common commitment to understanding your child.
INDIVIDUALIZED
Our small class size (8-9 students per class) and high teacher-student ratio (4:1) allows us to know each student and every family.It also enables us to tailor our program in highly personalized ways. We set out to discover each student's learning style and needs - then, we design our program to carefully bring out the best in your child.
COLLABORATIVE
Teamwork, cooperation and care for our students and each other are hallmarks of our approach that can be seen throughout the school - from groupclassroom projects to ongoing, interdisciplinary team meetings for staff. Our team meets frequently to reflect on and refine our practice.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
The ParksideEducational Program is tailored to meet the particular needs of individual students while delivering a complete elementary school curriculum: Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, Art, Music, Drama, Yoga and Physical Education.
Our rigorous and structured classroom programs are interwoven with a range of complimentary services, delivered in whole groups of eight or smaller and often one-to-one.Each student's program is a highly individualized one with accommodations for each student's strengths and challenges.A great deal of attention is given to delivering instructions in various modalities.Children are typically grouped in classrooms of eight students with one head teacher and at least one assistant teacher.Occupational therapy, social work and speech & language therapy are integrated into weekly whole-group classrooms with therapists as lead teachers, or as facilitators when a classroom teacher leads the lessons.Curriculum is guided by the Common Core Standards and setting it is a dynamic process subject to constant review and revision based on the mission of the school. Parkside is subject to NYC Department of Education and NYS Education Department requirements. Almost all children have Individual Education Plans (IEPs) approved by the NYC Department of Education; these set goals for their academic attainment and provide the basis for the support services children receive.
SUPPORT SERVICES
Parkside provides an extensive team of highly skilled specialists in the critical areas of speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and social work.
Parkside's speech language pathologists, occupational therapists and counselors work insightfully with your child one-on-one and in small groups, both in and out of the classroom.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Parkside School cost?

The Parkside School's tuition is approximately $73,000 for private students.

Does The Parkside School offer a summer program?

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

What is The Parkside School's ranking?

The Parkside School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for The Parkside School?

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

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 8/11/2023

When my son started at Parkside, he barely had any words and I was so worried about how he would handle being in school. But I had nothing to worry about. Parkside understood who he was as a learner, and also as a whole child. They gave him an education (he now talks non-stop, and can read and even do multiplication) and they gave him confidence. He is so happy and confident about who he is as a learner. He is about to enter middle school and is so prepared thanks to the wonderful staff and faculty at Parkside!

- Posted by Parent - Parkside Parent

5 7/29/2023

My son just completed his third year at Parkside, and we couldn`t be happier with the school and all the progress he`s made. Every single one of his teachers and therapists has been incredibly dedicated, kind, and patient with my son, while also providing appropriate challenges for him to grow academically and socially. His confidence at school is through the roof, and I can only attribute that to the positive and nurturing energy that defines Parkside. They also have a substantial arts & movement program that not only develops my son's strength, coordination, and focus; it also helps him to more easily socialize with peers and simply come out of his shell. The teachers and administrative staff at Parkside are highly communicative and responsive to parents, and there`s an active Parent`s Association that adds to the wonderful community. Needless to say, we`re very grateful to be at this amazing school!

- Posted by Parent - Vanita S.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New York, NY is $48,153 for elementary schools and $49,674 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New York, NY is 60% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).