The Summit Center serves 350 students in grades Prekindergarten. The student:teacher of The Summit Center is 10:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Summit Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
350 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 40%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Summit Center's ranking?
The Summit Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for The Summit Center?
The application deadline for The Summit Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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