Excellent
#57 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 6% of private schools
Harbor Country Day School
Elementary School
17 THREE SISTERS RD, Saint James, NY 11780
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#57 of 992
In Saint James
#2 of 3
public schools
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Harbor Country Day School
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About Harbor Country Day School
Harbor Country Day School is a private elementary school in Saint James, NY. Harbor Country Day School serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 115 students, Harbor Country Day School 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 5:1 students to teachers, Harbor Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Harbor Country Day 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 Harbor Country Day School compares to the 3 public schools in Saint James, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Saint James
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harbor Country Day School (this school) | 8.1 |
| SAINT JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL EAST | 8.6 |
| NESAQUAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.2 |
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
17 THREE SISTERS RD, Saint James, NY 11780
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harbor Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NASSAKEAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. Another option is MINNESAUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, TACKAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Nesconset), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saint James, see our Saint James schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11780 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$141,576
Median Home Value
$702,900
Median Rent
$2,322/mo
Population
15,586
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
86.7%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Median Age
47.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harbor Country Day School
What grades does Harbor Country Day School serve?
Harbor Country Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Harbor Country Day School?
Harbor Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harbor Country Day School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Harbor Country Day School rank in NY?
Harbor Country Day School ranks #57 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Harbor Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harbor Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Harbor Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Harbor Country Day 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 Harbor Country Day School a religious school?
No, Harbor Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (631) 584-5555
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