Very Good
#222 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 22% of private schools
Ef Academy International Boarding School
High School
582 COLUMBUS AVE, Thornwood, NY 10594
Enrollment
449
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
449
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#222 of 992
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About Ef Academy International Boarding School
Ef Academy International Boarding School is a private high school in Thornwood, NY. Ef Academy International Boarding School serves approximately 449 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ef Academy International Boarding School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #222 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Ef Academy International Boarding School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ef Academy International Boarding School 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
BetaHow Ef Academy International Boarding School compares to the 3 public schools in Thornwood, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Thornwood
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ef Academy International Boarding School (this school) | 7.2 |
| WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL | 8.7 |
| WESTLAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
582 COLUMBUS AVE, Thornwood, NY 10594
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ef Academy International Boarding School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRIARCLIFF HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Briarcliff Manor), which scores notably higher. Another option is PLEASANTVILLE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Pleasantville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Thornwood, see our Thornwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL Thornwood | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| WESTLAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Thornwood | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| COLUMBUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thornwood | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| KENSICO SCHOOL Valhalla | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| VALHALLA HIGH SCHOOL Valhalla | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| CEDAR KNOLLS ACADEMY Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| LINDEN HILL HIGH SCHOOL Hawthorne | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| VALHALLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Valhalla | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| MOUNT PLEASANT-COTTAGE SCHOOL Pleasantville | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| EDENWALD SCHOOL Pleasantville | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PLEASANTVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Pleasantville | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| PLEASANTVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Pleasantville | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hawthorne | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL Pleasantville | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| HAWTHORNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Hawthorne | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| BLYTHEDALE SCHOOL Valhalla | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| VIRGINIA ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL White Plains | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| DOUGLAS G GRAFFLIN SCHOOL Chappaqua | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL Chappaqua | 3.4 mi | 8.3 |
| BRIARCLIFF HIGH SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor | 3.0 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10594 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,417
Median Home Value
$683,600
Median Rent
$2,148/mo
Population
5,512
College Educated
47.8%
Homeownership
89.2%
Avg Commute
29.7 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
41
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| ALL HALLOWS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.2 |
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| BROOKLYN COMMUNITY ARTS AND MEDIA HIGH SCHOOL (BCAM) Brooklyn, NY | 7.2 |
| CARLE PLACE MIDDLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Carle Place, NY | 7.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ef Academy International Boarding School
What grades does Ef Academy International Boarding School serve?
Ef Academy International Boarding School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ef Academy International Boarding School?
Ef Academy International Boarding School has an enrollment of approximately 449 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ef Academy International Boarding School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ef Academy International Boarding School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ef Academy International Boarding School rank in NY?
Ef Academy International Boarding School ranks #222 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Ef Academy International Boarding School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ef Academy International Boarding School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ef Academy International Boarding School a private school?
Yes, Ef Academy International Boarding School 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 Ef Academy International Boarding School a religious school?
No, Ef Academy International Boarding School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 449
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Phone
- (914) 495-6056
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