Whispering Pines School in Old Westbury, NY, offers co–educational programs for grades PK through 10 in a suburban setting.
The school enrolls 134 students and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 with 12 full–time teachers.
Affiliated with the General Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Whispering Pines operates within a religious framework aligned with Seventh Day Adventist principles.
Established in a suburban community, the school has a student body representing 100% students of color, ranking it among the top 20% of private schools in New York for diversity.
Whispering Pines provides a private school option for families seeking education from preschool through tenth grade in the Old Westbury area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Whispering Pines School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
134 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Whispering Pines School?
The application deadline for Whispering Pines School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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