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#233 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 23% of private schools

Millbrook School

High School

131 MILLBROOK SCHOOL RD, Millbrook, NY 12545

Private

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

7.7:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#233 of 992

In Millbrook

#3 of 3

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Millbrook School

7.1/10

High School in Millbrook · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Millbrook School

Millbrook School is a private high school in Millbrook, NY. Millbrook School serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Millbrook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #233 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Millbrook School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Millbrook 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.

Millbrook School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Millbrook School compares to the 4 public schools in Millbrook, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
This School
vs
8.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
331
This School
vs
195
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.1
This School
vs
7.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 75.5% vs 0%
Asian 9.1% vs 0%
Black 5.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.1% vs 0%
Millbrook School Millbrook Public Avg

All Schools in Millbrook

School Rating
Millbrook School (this school) 7.1
ELM DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 6.9
ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 7.7
MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL 7.3
MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL 8.8

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,230.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 41%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 331
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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 75.5%
Asian 9.1%
Black 5.1%
Hispanic 5.1%
Two or More 5.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

131 MILLBROOK SCHOOL RD, Millbrook, NY 12545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Millbrook School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 6.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Amenia), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DOVER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Dover Plains), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Millbrook, see our Millbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL Amenia 3.9 mi
WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL Amenia 4.8 mi 8.7
EUGENE BROOKS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Amenia 4.8 mi 4.8
WEBUTUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amenia 4.9 mi 3.9
DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL Millbrook 6.0 mi 7.3
CARDINAL HAYES SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Millbrook 5.8 mi 7.2
COLD SPRING EARLY LEARNING CENTER Stanfordville 5.2 mi 8.0
ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook 6.1 mi 7.7
MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Millbrook 6.1 mi 7.3
ELM DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook 6.0 mi 6.9
MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL Millbrook 6.2 mi 8.8
DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains 8.3 mi 5.1
SEYMOUR SMITH INTERMEDIATE LEARNING CENTER Pine Plains 8.4 mi 6.1
STISSING MOUNTAIN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pine Plains 9.1 mi 5.2
UPTON LAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clinton Corners 7.3 mi 6.4
Sharon Center School Sharon 7.9 mi 6.8
INDIAN MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Lakeville 9.6 mi 6.6
DOVER HIGH SCHOOL Dover Plains 12.0 mi 7.8
DOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Dover Plains 12.0 mi 6.4
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL Kent 9.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,991

Median Home Value

$414,800

Median Rent

$1,207/mo

Population

4,389

College Educated

41.2%

Homeownership

58.1%

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

56.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Millbrook School

What grades does Millbrook School serve?

Millbrook School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Millbrook School?

Millbrook School has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Millbrook School?

The student-teacher ratio at Millbrook School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Millbrook School rank in NY?

Millbrook School ranks #233 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Millbrook School's MySchoolScout rating?

Millbrook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Millbrook School a private school?

Yes, Millbrook 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 Millbrook School a religious school?

No, Millbrook School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
331
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Dutchess County

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