An independent, Nursery through Grade 12 coeducational day school, Trevor Day School educates college-bound students to achieve academic and personal excellence in an inquiry-driven, idea-rich community. Trevor celebrates diversity of thought, experiences, and culture; promotes compassion, collaboration, courage, and creativity; and develops in children a recognition of their own unique potential as lifelong learners and leaders who act as responsible global citizens.
Trevor enrolls more than 700 students in a coeducational setting on two campuses on the Upper East Side and Upper West Side of Manhattan.
Trevor`s rigorous college preparatory curriculum is designed to confer academic mastery while students develop the self-confidence, original perspective, courage, and perseverance to thrive in any idea-rich arena.
Perceptive, quick-thinking, devoted teachers, highly collaborative team-building spaces, an inviting, inclusive, and grounded family culture, and daily opportunities for interpersonal and intellectual interaction transform Trevor students into proactive agents of their own learning.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Yearly Tuition: $60,200
- Acceptance rate: 21%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Trevor Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Year Founded
1930
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 40%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1
Yearly Tuition Cost
$60,200
Tuition Notes
Nursery (Full Day) - $ 36,100
Pre-Kindergarten - $ 36,100
Kindergarten - $ 60,200
Grades 1 through 4 - $ 61,400
Grades 5 through 12 -$ 62,500
Acceptance Rate
21%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Alexandra Whelehan
Admissions Associate
Carrie Solomon
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
51 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Arts & CraftsBoys Dance
Business ClubCeramics Club
Chess ClubDisney Club
EDM ClubFashion/Business Club
Film ForumFood Blog
French Tutoring ClubFuzzy Greens Club
Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)Global Concerns Committee
Harry Potter ClubHELO Haiti Club
Improv ClubIndependent Films Club (IFC)
Lit MagMicrofinance Club
MIOW/Diversity ClubModel Congress
Model United NationsMonopoly Club
Neuroscience ClubNewspaper
PC Gaming ClubRed Cross Club
Science OlympiadService Learning Committee
Spanish Tutoring ClubStudent Council
Tae Kwon Do ClubTeen Cancer America
Treats for TroopsTrevogue
Trevor Political UnionVideo Crew
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
BandChoreolab
High School MusicalJazz Band
Middle School MusicalMini-Term Musical
Musical Chorus (All Grades)Trevor A Cappella
Trevor CleffsTroubadettes
TroubadoursTroubadudes
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragon
- https://vimeo.com/trevorvideos/videos
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Daniel Feigin - Head of School, Class of 1984 -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Trevor Day School cost?
Trevor Day School's tuition is approximately $60,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Trevor Day School?
The acceptance rate of Trevor Day School is 21%, which is lower than the national average of 74%. Trevor Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.
Who are famous alumni from Trevor Day School?
Trevor Day School famous alumni include: Daniel Feigin - Head of School, Class of 1984.
What sports does Trevor Day School offer?
Trevor Day School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.
What is Trevor Day School's ranking?
Trevor Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for Trevor Day School?
The application deadline for Trevor Day School is Dec. 1.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2021
I had three children at Trevor Day for many years. Trevor Day is a nice school with a nice community. It's not rigorous, creative, or engaging for students but it's fine for the average child. When we started at Trevor, it was more competitive with other private schools. The school has changed considerably over the years and now does not offer admissions to "accelerated students." Most of the time, my children complain about being bored. The materials they bring home are from standard publishers. The administration regularly told us that the school is small and that there is not enough support for staff to create a more engaging curriculum. Most of the good staff leave after a couple of years. The leadership at the elementary school is great, but the middle school leadership is wholly lacking vision and communication skills. For years, I recommended Trevor to friends, but I just can't anymore. The school community has become more of a country club focused on creating average students.
5 9/11/2019
My son went to Trevor from kindergarten until he graduated in 2019. Trevor gave him opportunities to grow academically, accommodating and helping him develop his individual needs and constantly allowing him to grow as he needed. The teachers supported his curiosity and inquisitive, creative nature and he was inspired by their care and support. The school`s environment also nurtured his sense of community and the world at large. He was accepted in one of the best colleges in the world and just started, but he always speaks fondly of his years in Trevor and will continue the many wonderful friendships that he developed there as will continue his interest and involvement with this wonderful school. I can only highly recommend this school due to their academics as well as a kind, nurturing and supportive environment.
5 11/16/2015
This is an academically demanding school that develops self-confidence and a love of learning in each student. There is full support for academic, cultural, and emotional development.
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