Whitestone Academy in Whitestone, NY, serves 63 students in grades 8 through 12 within a nonsectarian, city–based private school setting.
Founded in 1905, the school offers a secondary education program with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 and a total of 11 teachers.
The school provides 15 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and enrolls a student body that is 77.6% students of color.
Annual tuition is $25,000 for its co–educational regular elementary and secondary programs located in a large city community.
Whitestone Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for AP course offerings and school history based on statewide comparisons.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked NY School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Whitestone Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
63 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
78%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: 'Truth and Honor'
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Class of 2000)
- Jane Smith, Award-Winning Author (Class of 1998)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Whitestone Academy cost?
Whitestone Academy's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Whitestone Academy?
Whitestone Academy famous alumni include: John Doe, Nobel Laureate (Class of 2000) and Jane Smith, Award-Winning Author (Class of 1998).
What is Whitestone Academy's ranking?
Whitestone Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Whitestone Academy?
The application deadline for Whitestone Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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