Very Good
#192 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 19% of private schools
Manitou School
Elementary School
1656 ROUTE 9D, Cold Spring, NY 10516
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#192 of 992
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Manitou School
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About Manitou School
Manitou School is a private elementary school in Cold Spring, NY. Manitou School serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Manitou School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #192 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, Manitou 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Manitou School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Manitou 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 Manitou School compares to the 3 public schools in Cold Spring, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Cold Spring
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Manitou School (this school) | 7.3 |
| HALDANE HIGH SCHOOL | 9.3 |
| HALDANE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.5 |
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
1656 ROUTE 9D, Cold Spring, NY 10516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manitou School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Putnam Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILLOW AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Cornwall), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Beacon), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cold Spring, see our Cold Spring schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cold Spring | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| HALDANE HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| HALDANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cold Spring | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| GARRISON SCHOOL Garrison | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGHLAND FALLS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Highland Falls | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| THE STORM KING SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 3.6 mi | 9.0 |
| JAMES I O'NEILL HIGH SCHOOL Highland Falls | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SARGENT SCHOOL Beacon | 5.4 mi | 5.9 |
| J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beacon | 6.0 mi | 8.2 |
| NEW YORK MILITARY ACADEMY Cornwall On Hudson | 4.9 mi | 8.5 |
| CORNWALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cornwall | 4.9 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTH AVENUE SCHOOL Beacon | 6.1 mi | 5.1 |
| CORNWALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall | 4.9 mi | 7.2 |
| PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Putnam Valley | 5.7 mi | 8.7 |
| FORT MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Highland Falls | 6.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ROMBOUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Beacon | 6.5 mi | 7.3 |
| WILLOW AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall | 5.1 mi | 8.3 |
| BEACON HIGH SCHOOL Beacon | 6.7 mi | 8.1 |
| NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL New Windsor | 5.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$135,922
Median Home Value
$625,400
Median Rent
$1,798/mo
Population
5,607
College Educated
61.7%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
41.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
46.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMAGANSETT SCHOOL Amagansett, NY | 7.3 |
| DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL Millbrook, NY | 7.3 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF NASSAU-PLAINVIEW CAMPUS Plainview, NY | 7.3 |
| MIZZENTOP DAY SCHOOL Pawling, NY | 7.3 |
| NEW DORP CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Staten Island, NY | 7.3 |
| ST ANSELM PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manitou School
What grades does Manitou School serve?
Manitou School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Manitou School?
Manitou School has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manitou School?
The student-teacher ratio at Manitou School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Manitou School rank in NY?
Manitou School ranks #192 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Manitou School's MySchoolScout rating?
Manitou School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Manitou School a private school?
Yes, Manitou 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 Manitou School a religious school?
No, Manitou School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 132
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Putnam County
- Phone
- (845) 809-5695
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