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#367 of 992 private schools in NY

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Smithtown Christian School

School

1 HIGBIE DR, Smithtown, NY 11787

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#367 of 992

In Smithtown

#3 of 3

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About Smithtown Christian School

Smithtown Christian School is a private school in Smithtown, NY. Smithtown Christian School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Smithtown Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #367 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares0.5 pts above NY schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Smithtown Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Smithtown Christian 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

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How Smithtown Christian School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Smithtown, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

8.7:1

This School

11.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

300

This School

610

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

6.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%

Hispanic 25.3% vs 0%

Asian 8.3% vs 0%

Black 6.7% vs 0%

Smithtown Christian School Smithtown Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Smithtown Christian School (this school)	—	300	8.7:1	6.7
SMITHTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.9 mi	493	12:1	6.7
MOUNT PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.4 mi	506	13.3:1	5.6
ACCOMPSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.7 mi	532	12.7:1	5.2
DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.8 mi	367	13.1:1	7.3
ACCOMPSETT MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.8 mi	523	9.5:1	6.7
SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL-WEST	2.0 mi	1,238	10.1:1	8.7

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

B 6.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.7:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.8 / 10

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School Day Length 6.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,058.4

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 300

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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 50.0%

Hispanic 25.3%

Asian 8.3%

Black 6.7%

Native American 3.7%

Pacific Islander 3.0%

Two or More 3.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1 HIGBIE DR, Smithtown, NY 11787

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Smithtown Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES INSTITUTE (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SMITHTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Smithtown, see our Smithtown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SMITHTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Smithtown	0.0 mi	296	7.3
FOREST BROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge	1.1 mi	366	8.0
SMITHTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown	0.9 mi	493	6.7
MOUNT PLEASANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown	1.4 mi	506	5.6
DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES INSTITUTE Smithtown	1.4 mi	216	7.5
HAUPPAUGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Hauppauge	1.8 mi	733	6.9
HAUPPAUGE HIGH SCHOOL Hauppauge	1.9 mi	1,068	8.6
ACCOMPSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown	1.7 mi	532	5.2
ACCOMPSETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Smithtown	1.8 mi	523	6.7
DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Smithtown	1.8 mi	367	7.3
SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL-WEST Smithtown	2.0 mi	1,238	8.7
BRETTON WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge	2.5 mi	513	9.0
PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kings Park	2.3 mi	463	8.3
NESAQUAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint James	2.3 mi	454	7.2
PINES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hauppauge	2.4 mi	488	7.7
KINGS PARK HIGH SCHOOL Kings Park	2.8 mi	832	9.2
SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL EAST Saint James	2.7 mi	1,428	8.6
GREAT HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL Nesconset	2.6 mi	771	7.6
CENTRAL ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Central Islip	3.6 mi	2,597	6.8
SS PHILIP & JAMES SCHOOL Saint James	3.1 mi	175	5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11787 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$141,505

Median Home Value

$642,200

Median Rent

$2,349/mo

Population

34,656

College Educated

50.5%

Homeownership

86.4%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

46.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Smithtown Christian School

What grades does Smithtown Christian School serve?

Smithtown Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Smithtown Christian School?

Smithtown Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Smithtown Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Smithtown Christian School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Smithtown Christian School rank in NY?

Smithtown Christian School ranks #367 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Smithtown Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Smithtown Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Smithtown Christian School a private school?

Yes, Smithtown Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Smithtown Christian School a religious school?

Smithtown Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 31 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 300
Gender Split: 52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 8.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 34
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.3 hours
Days Per Year: 168 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Suffolk County
Phone: (631) 265-3334

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