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Basis Independent Manhattan

Elementary School

795 COLUMBUS AVE, New York, NY 10025

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

134

Student-Teacher

4.5:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

134

Student-Teacher

4.5:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#1 of 992

In New York

#1 of 118

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About Basis Independent Manhattan

Basis Independent Manhattan is a private elementary school in New York, NY. Basis Independent Manhattan serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Basis Independent Manhattan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares3.2 pts above NY schools

9.1

This school 9.1 · Excellent
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 134 students, Basis Independent Manhattan is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Basis Independent Manhattan sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Basis Independent Manhattan is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Basis Independent Manhattan compares to 182 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

4.5:1

This School

12.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

134

This School

446

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

9.1

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 47.8% vs 0%

Asian 36.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.5% vs 0%

Black 3.7% vs 0%

Basis Independent Manhattan New York Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Basis Independent Manhattan (this school)	—	134	4.5:1	9.1
PS 163 ALFRED E SMITH	0.1 mi	524	13.1:1	7.5
PS 333 MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN	0.3 mi	473	8.4:1	7.6
PS 145 BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (THE)	0.3 mi	487	15.2:1	5.4
PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER	0.4 mi	670	16:1	8.2
PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON	0.4 mi	480	6.6:1	7.3
PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE)	0.5 mi	600	16.2:1	8.7
PS 165 ROBERT E SIMON	0.6 mi	425	13.7:1	7.7
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UPPER WEST	0.7 mi	1,001	—:1	7.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4	0.7 mi	217	—:1	8.1
STEM INSTITUTE OF MANHATTAN	0.7 mi	133	9.5:1	5.9
PS 9 SARAH ANDERSON	0.8 mi	497	14.6:1	7.8
MS 243 CENTER SCHOOL	0.8 mi	251	13.9:1	7.6
PS 171 PATRICK HENRY	0.8 mi	774	18:1	8.3
HARLEM LINK CHARTER SCHOOL	0.9 mi	339	21.2:1	2.6
PS 811 MICKEY MANTLE SCHOOL	0.9 mi	513	5:1	4.0
CENTRAL PARK EAST I	0.9 mi	156	14.2:1	6.6
EAST HARLEM SCHOLARS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL II	0.9 mi	400	11.4:1	6.1
LOCKE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND ENGINEERING (THE)	0.9 mi	290	13.2:1	6.8
PS 108 ASSEMBLYMAN ANGELO DEL TORO EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX	0.9 mi	364	10.1:1	2.8
LEXINGTON ACADEMY (THE)	1.0 mi	482	11:1	3.2

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.5:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.4 / 10

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School Day Length 7.7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,409.1

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 63%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 134

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 47.8%

Asian 36.6%

Hispanic 7.5%

Two or More 4.5%

Black 3.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

795 COLUMBUS AVE, New York, NY 10025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Basis Independent Manhattan may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER (rated 8.2/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI COLUMBUS SQUARE New York	0.0 mi	5	—
SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York	0.0 mi	105	7.5
PS 163 ALFRED E SMITH New York	0.1 mi	524	7.5
ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	43	7.8
THE STUDIO SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	66	6.2
COLUMBIA GRAMMAR & PREPARATORY SCHOOL New York	0.3 mi	1,138	6.5
PS 145 BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.3 mi	487	5.4
WEST PREP ACADEMY New York	0.3 mi	167	6.6
PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER New York	0.4 mi	670	8.2
MANHATTAN CHILDREN'S CENTER (THE) New York	0.3 mi	103	7.7
LAFAYETTE ACADEMY New York	0.3 mi	194	8.2
COMMUNITY ACTION SCHOOL-MS 258 New York	0.3 mi	138	5.5
PS 333 MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York	0.3 mi	473	7.6
JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON New York	0.5 mi	710	8.5
DWIGHT SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	742	7.4
THE GENEVA SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York	0.5 mi	232	7.9
PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON New York	0.4 mi	480	7.3
PS 165 ROBERT E SIMON New York	0.6 mi	425	7.7
MOTT HALL II New York	0.6 mi	380	5.4
PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) New York	0.5 mi	600	8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,195

Median Home Value

$1,125,200

Median Rent

$2,009/mo

Population

93,223

College Educated

68.8%

Homeownership

30.7%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Basis Independent Manhattan

What grades does Basis Independent Manhattan serve?

Basis Independent Manhattan serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Basis Independent Manhattan?

Basis Independent Manhattan has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Basis Independent Manhattan?

The student-teacher ratio at Basis Independent Manhattan is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Basis Independent Manhattan rank in NY?

Basis Independent Manhattan ranks #1 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Basis Independent Manhattan's MySchoolScout rating?

Basis Independent Manhattan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Basis Independent Manhattan a private school?

Yes, Basis Independent Manhattan is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Basis Independent Manhattan a religious school?

No, Basis Independent Manhattan is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 83 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 134
Gender Split: 63% M / 37% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 30
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.7 hours
Days Per Year: 183 days
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Phone: (347) 305-4960

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