Excellent
#32 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 3% of private schools
Green Chimneys School
School
400 DOANSBURG RD, Brewster, NY 10509
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#32 of 992
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About Green Chimneys School
Green Chimneys School is a private school in Brewster, NY. Green Chimneys School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Chimneys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, Green Chimneys School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Green Chimneys 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 Green Chimneys School compares to the 4 public schools in Brewster, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Brewster
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Green Chimneys School (this school) | 8.4 |
| BREWSTER HIGH SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| HENRY H WELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.0 |
| C V STARR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | 4.7 |
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.
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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
400 DOANSBURG RD, Brewster, NY 10509
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Green Chimneys School may also want to explore other schools in the area. BREWSTER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Meeting House Hill School (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby New Fairfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, New Fairfield Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby New Fairfield), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brewster, see our Brewster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Fairfield Middle School New Fairfield | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| New Fairfield High School New Fairfield | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Consolidated School New Fairfield | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Meeting House Hill School New Fairfield | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| BREWSTER HIGH SCHOOL Brewster | 2.9 mi | 8.3 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brewster | 3.0 mi | 4.9 |
| HENRY H WELLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Brewster | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| King Street Primary School Danbury | 3.3 mi | 3.3 |
| C V STARR INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Brewster | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| King Street Intermediate School Danbury | 3.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Western CT Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne Danbury | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MATTHEW PATERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Patterson | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Pembroke School Danbury | 4.1 mi | 3.7 |
| LONGVIEW SCHOOL Brewster | 5.0 mi | — |
| Danbury High School Danbury | 4.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Mill Ridge Primary School Danbury | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Westside Middle School Academy Danbury | 5.8 mi | 6.2 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danbury | 5.3 mi | 6.1 |
| WOOSTER SCHOOL Danbury | 6.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Morris Street School Danbury | 6.0 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,987
Median Home Value
$430,200
Median Rent
$1,836/mo
Population
20,055
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
43.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LEXINGTON SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Jackson Heights, NY | 8.4 |
| LYCEUM KENNEDY JAPANESE SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.4 |
| TUXEDO PARK SCHOOL Tuxedo Park, NY | 8.4 |
| BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF NY New York, NY | 8.3 |
| THE KEW-FOREST SCHOOL Forest Hills, NY | 8.2 |
| QUAD PREPARATORY SCHOOL (THE) Manhattan, NY | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Green Chimneys School
What grades does Green Chimneys School serve?
Green Chimneys School serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Green Chimneys School?
Green Chimneys School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Chimneys School?
The student-teacher ratio at Green Chimneys School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Green Chimneys School rank in NY?
Green Chimneys School ranks #32 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Green Chimneys School's MySchoolScout rating?
Green Chimneys School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Green Chimneys School a private school?
Yes, Green Chimneys 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 Green Chimneys School a religious school?
No, Green Chimneys School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Gender Split
- 85% M / 15% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 213 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Putnam County
- Phone
- (845) 279-2995
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