Tilton School serves 117 students in grades Kindergarten-12. The student:teacher of Tilton School is 3:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Tilton School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1872
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
117 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Tilton School often compared to?
Tilton School is often viewed alongside schools like Tradewinds Education Center by visitors of our site.
What is Tilton School's ranking?
Tilton School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Tilton School?
The application deadline for Tilton School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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