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#56 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 6% of private schools

The Browning School

School

52 E 62ND ST, New York, NY 10065

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

460

Student-Teacher

4.2:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

460

Student-Teacher

4.2:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#56 of 992

In New York

#14 of 118

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About The Browning School

The Browning School is a private school in New York, NY. The Browning School serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. The Browning School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.9 pts above NY schools

8.1

This school 8.1 · Excellent
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 4.2:1 students to teachers, The Browning School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Browning 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 The Browning School compares to 345 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

4.2:1

This School

11.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

460

This School

438

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

8.1

This School

6.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 13% vs 0%

Black 10.9% vs 0%

Asian 5.4% vs 0%

The Browning School New York Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Browning School (this school)	—	460	4.2:1	8.1
EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267	0.3 mi	362	15.1:1	8.6
ART AND DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL	0.4 mi	1,485	15.3:1	7.8
PS 59 BEEKMAN HILL INTERNATIONAL	0.4 mi	515	16.6:1	7.2
TALENT UNLIMITED HIGH SCHOOL	0.5 mi	446	12.7:1	8.5
ELLA BAKER SCHOOL	0.5 mi	327	10.9:1	7.8
VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL	0.5 mi	406	12.7:1	6.0
URBAN ACADEMY LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL	0.5 mi	128	9.8:1	6.0
MANHATTAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL	0.5 mi	376	17.1:1	4.1
PS 183 ROBERT L STEVENSON	0.6 mi	534	16.2:1	8.6
JHS 167 ROBERT F WAGNER	0.7 mi	1,007	13.2:1	8.5
PS 35	0.9 mi	230	4.7:1	5.9
JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS HIGH SCHOOL	0.9 mi	292	11.7:1	6.8
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL	0.9 mi	540	15.9:1	8.7
PS 6 LILLIE D BLAKE	1.0 mi	598	17.6:1	7.8
REPERTORY COMPANY HIGH SCHOOL FOR THEATRE ARTS	1.0 mi	215	9.8:1	7.7
SPECIAL MUSIC SCHOOL	1.0 mi	299	10.7:1	8.0
PS 158 BAYARD TAYLOR	1.0 mi	620	16.8:1	7.2
YORKVILLE EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.0 mi	231	11.6:1	8.8
HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES	1.0 mi	1,053	14:1	7.5
PROFESSIONAL PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	515	15.1:1	6.1

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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

A+ 9.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.2:1

Instructional Commitment

B 5.5 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,170

Diversity & Inclusion

A- 7.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 54%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 460

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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 65.2%

Hispanic 13.0%

Black 10.9%

Asian 5.4%

Pacific Islander 5.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

52 E 62ND ST, New York, NY 10065

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Browning School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CHILDREN'S ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is THE HEWITT SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, TEMPLE ISRAEL (rated 4.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST VINCENT FERRER HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	373	6.3
EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267 New York	0.3 mi	362	8.6
RABBI ARTHUR SCHNEIER PARK EAST DAY SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	125	7.2
ART AND DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	1,485	7.8
PS 59 BEEKMAN HILL INTERNATIONAL New York	0.4 mi	515	7.2
MANHATTAN HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS New York	0.4 mi	218	6.9
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NY New York	0.6 mi	24	—
CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	489	5.5
TALENT UNLIMITED HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	446	8.5
ELLA BAKER SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	327	7.8
VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	406	6.0
MANHATTAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	376	4.1
URBAN ACADEMY LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	128	6.0
THE BEEKMAN SCHOOL New York	0.7 mi	57	7.0
CHILDREN'S ACADEMY New York	0.7 mi	59	7.9
THE HEWITT SCHOOL New York	0.7 mi	464	7.6
TEMPLE ISRAEL New York	0.6 mi	254	4.7
ST THOMAS CHOIR SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	25	—
PS 183 ROBERT L STEVENSON New York	0.6 mi	534	8.6
ST JEAN BAPTISTE HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.7 mi	321	5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10065 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$160,938

Median Home Value

$1,368,200

Median Rent

$2,828/mo

Population

31,047

College Educated

85.9%

Homeownership

33.2%

Avg Commute

26.6 min

Poverty Rate

Median Age

40.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
HINSDALE CENTRAL SCHOOL Hinsdale, NY	369	8.2
LA FARGEVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL La Fargeville, NY	465	8.0
SPECIAL MUSIC SCHOOL New York, NY	299	8.0
THE CHURCHILL SCHOOL & CENTER New York, NY	398	8.3
HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY EAST CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY	388	7.8
BROOKLYN FRIENDS SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY	578	7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Browning School

What grades does The Browning School serve?

The Browning School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend The Browning School?

The Browning School has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Browning School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Browning School is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Browning School rank in NY?

The Browning School ranks #56 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Browning School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Browning 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 The Browning School a private school?

Yes, The Browning School is a private all-boys 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 The Browning School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

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Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 75 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 460
Gender Split: 100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 110
Type: private
Coed Status: all-boys
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Phone: (212) 838-6280

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