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#223 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 22% of private schools

The Child School - Legacy High School

School

587 MAIN ST, Roosevelt Island, NY 10044

Private

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#223 of 992

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The Child School - Legacy High School

7.2/10

School in Roosevelt Island · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About The Child School - Legacy High School

The Child School - Legacy High School is a private school in Roosevelt Island, NY. The Child School - Legacy High School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Child School - Legacy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #223 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.0 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8.4:1 students to teachers, The Child School - Legacy High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Child School - Legacy High 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 Child School - Legacy High School compares to the 1 public school in Roosevelt Island, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
This School
vs
17:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
289
This School
vs
681
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.2
This School
vs
8.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 48.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 27.7% vs 0%
Black 20.8% vs 0%
Asian 3.1% vs 0%
The Child School - Legacy High School Roosevelt Island Public Avg

All Schools in Roosevelt Island

School Rating
The Child School - Legacy High School (this school) 7.2
PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND 8.1

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+ 6.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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School Day Length 5.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 65%
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 289
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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 48.4%
Hispanic 27.7%
Black 20.8%
Asian 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

587 MAIN ST, Roosevelt Island, NY 10044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Child School - Legacy High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE BREARLEY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby New York), with a comparable rating. Another option is THE BREARLEY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby New York), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LYCEE FRANCAIS DE NEW YORK (rated 5.6/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby New York), a more accessible option. For more schools in Roosevelt Island, see our Roosevelt Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND Roosevelt Island 0.1 mi 8.1
THE TOWN SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 8.3
LYCEE FRANCAIS DE NEW YORK New York 0.4 mi 5.6
PS 158 BAYARD TAYLOR New York 0.5 mi 7.2
YORKVILLE EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 8.8
PS 183 ROBERT L STEVENSON New York 0.4 mi 8.6
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 8.7
PS 76 WILLIAM HALLET Long Island City 0.5 mi 4.7
THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL New York 0.6 mi —
THE CAEDMON SCHOOL New York 0.7 mi 9.0
VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 6.0
MANHATTAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 4.1
URBAN ACADEMY LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 6.0
TALENT UNLIMITED HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 8.5
ELLA BAKER SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 7.8
THE BREARLEY SCHOOL New York 0.7 mi 6.4
THE BREARLEY SCHOOL New York 0.7 mi 6.3
VOICE CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK Long Island City 0.6 mi 5.7
PS 111 JACOB BLACKWELL Long Island City 0.6 mi 4.3
JHS 167 ROBERT F WAGNER New York 0.7 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,146

Median Home Value

$1,041,300

Median Rent

$3,305/mo

Population

11,998

College Educated

72%

Homeownership

20.8%

Avg Commute

36.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Child School - Legacy High School

What grades does The Child School - Legacy High School serve?

The Child School - Legacy High School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend The Child School - Legacy High School?

The Child School - Legacy High School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Child School - Legacy High School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Child School - Legacy High School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Child School - Legacy High School rank in NY?

The Child School - Legacy High School ranks #223 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Child School - Legacy High School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Child School - Legacy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Child School - Legacy High School a private school?

Yes, The Child School - Legacy High 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 The Child School - Legacy High School a religious school?

No, The Child School - Legacy High School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
289
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5.5 hours
Days Per Year
210 days
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Phone
(212) 223-5055

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