The Town School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 400 students
Yearly Tuition: $55,700
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: Nov. 30 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

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

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Other

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Town School
Nursery	16
Pre-K	18
Kind	44
1	44
2	41
3	41
4	40
5	40
6	40
7	38
8	38

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Year Founded

1913

Colors

White, Blue

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

400 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

70 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

22 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Nov. 30 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$55,700

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Tuition Notes

Nursery 3 is 35,950 Nursery 4 is 46,900

% on Financial Aid

19%

Admissions Director

Chloe Scott-Giry

Admissions Associate

Carol Genirs

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

6 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

PostscriptStudent Senate

Arts and Music Programs:

Music Lessons

School Notes

Since 1913, Town has been committed to an educational philosophy that balances high academic expectations with nurturing support.
We know that children learn best in a school where everything ' from the teaching to the educational programs to the way the classroom spaces are designed ' is geared to giving children what they need when they need it.
The Town School is committed to elementary coeducation, cultivating the joy of learning in a rigorous and nurturing environment.
The program balances the traditional and innovative, providing each child the opportunity to develop intellectual curiosity, attain academic excellence and grow in self-reliance.
The faculty and parents share a commitment to recognizing and developing each child's uniqueness, moral responsibility and social awareness.
The Town School is a coeducational, nursery through eighth grade school.
Town sets high academic and ethical standards; at the same time, we cultivate a love of learning, believing that the process of learning is as important as the result.
By providing a nurturing and supportive environment, we encourage children to take risks and discover their individual gifts.
In this unique setting, children exercise responsibility and assume leadership roles.
We teach children to think creatively, read critically and reason logically.
We stress the value of both individual learning and collaboration involving other students, teachers and parents.
The broad academic program, which integrates the arts and physical education, is designed to enable all students to experience success, increase self-confidence and develop individuality.

School Motto: Let there be joy in learning.
School Mascot: Timberwolves

Since 1913, Town has been committed to an educational philosophy that balances high academic expectations with nurturing support. We know that children learn best in a school where everything ' from the teaching to the educational programs to the way the classroom spaces are designed ' is geared to giving children what they need when they need it. The Town School is committed to elementary coeducation, cultivating the joy of learning in a rigorous and nurturing environment. The program balances the traditional and innovative, providing each child the opportunity to develop intellectual curiosity, attain academic excellence and grow in self-reliance. The faculty and parents share a commitment to recognizing and developing each child's uniqueness, moral responsibility and social awareness. The Town School is a coeducational, nursery through eighth grade school. Town sets high academic and ethical standards; at the same time, we cultivate a love of learning, believing that the process of learning is as important as the result. By providing a nurturing and supportive environment, we encourage children to take risks and discover their individual gifts. In this unique setting, children exercise responsibility and assume leadership roles. We teach children to think creatively, read critically and reason logically. We stress the value of both individual learning and collaboration involving other students, teachers and parents. The broad academic program, which integrates the arts and physical education, is designed to enable all students to experience success, increase self-confidence and develop individuality.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Town School cost?

The Town School's tuition is approximately $55,700 for private students.

What schools are The Town School often compared to?

The Town School is often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School, Trevor Day School by visitors of our site.

Does The Town School offer a summer program?

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

What sports does The Town School offer?

The Town School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is The Town School's ranking?

The Town School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Town School?

The application deadline for The Town School is Nov. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Nov. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 1/27/2020

I have worked at Town for over a decade, and I have to say it's true to what's advertised - an intentionally small, joyful place for serious learning and for growing up as a well-rounded, confident young person. The kids are a kind of amazing - articulate about what they know and who they are and engaged in their world in ways I was definitely NOT as an elementary or middle school student. :) The teachers are brilliant people who love their field and seem to know how to get the best out of the kids at every age. From my perspective, our parent community is fairly "mellow" and very invested in our community - staying really plugged in about what's going on at school as well as volunteering with the PA when they are able. It's a great place to work, and it's wonderful to get to watch these kids grow up into kind, thoughtful, smart young people — and to get to know their wonderful families along the way.

- Posted by Administrator - Office Team Member

5 8/26/2019

Going to town was easily some of the best years of my academic life. The Teachers were amazing and the student body was filled with great people with strong character.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - nycchef

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