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#38 of 991 private schools in NY

Top 4% of private schools

The Churchill School & Center

School

301 E 29TH ST, New York, NY 10016

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

398

Student-Teacher

3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In New York

#9 of 118

public schools

New York schools

#17 of 277

About The Churchill School & Center

The Churchill School & Center is a public school located at 301 E 29th St in New York, NY. Serving students from kindergarten through twelfth grade, the school has an enrollment of 398 students and a student-teacher ratio of 3:1, which allows for personalized attention. With 132 full-time equivalent teachers, Churchill provides a supportive learning environment tailored to meet each child's needs.

While test score data is not available, the school’s MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and its ranking as the 84th percentile among New York state schools suggest that there may be room for academic growth. Despite this, Churchill focuses on student development and offers a range of programs to support diverse learning needs. Set in the heart of a bustling city, The Churchill School & Center is an integral part of the vibrant community in Manhattan’s 10016 zip code.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 3:1, The Churchill School & Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, The Churchill School & Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Churchill School & Center compares to 345 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
This School
vs
11.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
398
This School
vs
438
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.3
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 63.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 10.6% vs 0%
Black 8.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.5% vs 0%
The Churchill School & Center New York Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Churchill School & Center (this school) 8.3
PS 116 MARY LINDLEY MURRAY 6.9
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE & ENGLISH SECONDARY SCHOOL 9.2
47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) 8.6
RIVER SCHOOL (THE) 6.9
MURRAY HILL ACADEMY 8.3
UNITY CENTER FOR URBAN TECHNOLOGIES 8.1
MANHATTAN ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND LANGUAGES 5.2
BARUCH COLLEGE CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL 8.1
JHS 104 SIMON BARUCH 6.7
SCHOOL OF THE FUTURE HIGH SCHOOL 6.9
MS 255 SALK SCHOOL OF SCIENCE 7.2
PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS 6.5
ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING 8.2
GRAMERCY ARTS HIGH SCHOOL 7.5
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND DIPLOMACY (THE) 7.5
UNION SQUARE ACADEMY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES 7.0
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT UNION SQUARE 5.2
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNION SQUARE 4.7
BALLET TECH/NYC PUBLIC SCHOOL FOR DANCE 8.9
PS 226 7.3

Showing 20 of 345 schools. View all schools in New York

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 55%
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 398
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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 63.8%
Two or More 13.8%
Hispanic 10.6%
Black 8.8%
Asian 2.5%
Pacific Islander 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

301 E 29TH ST, New York, NY 10016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Churchill School & Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF NY (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LEARNINGSPRING SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AARON SCHOOL K - 12 (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 116 MARY LINDLEY MURRAY New York 0.2 mi 6.9
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE & ENGLISH SECONDARY SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 9.2
47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.3 mi 8.6
RIVER SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.3 mi 6.9
UNITY CENTER FOR URBAN TECHNOLOGIES New York 0.4 mi 8.1
MANHATTAN ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND LANGUAGES New York 0.4 mi 5.2
MURRAY HILL ACADEMY New York 0.4 mi 8.3
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF NY New York 0.4 mi 8.3
JHS 104 SIMON BARUCH New York 0.4 mi 6.7
REBECCA SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 6.6
AARON SCHOOL K - 12 New York 0.4 mi 7.8
PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS New York 0.5 mi 6.5
MS 255 SALK SCHOOL OF SCIENCE New York 0.5 mi 7.2
LEARNINGSPRING SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 8.1
SHEFA SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 7.2
MARYEL SCHOOL OF NEW YORK New York 0.5 mi —
BARUCH COLLEGE CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 8.1
SCHOOL OF THE FUTURE HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.5 mi 6.9
ECOLE INTERNATIONALE DE NEW YORK - THE ECOLE New York 0.5 mi 7.4
HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS & HUMAN SERVICES New York 0.7 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,065

Median Home Value

$928,400

Median Rent

$3,321/mo

Population

54,297

College Educated

81.7%

Homeownership

27.7%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

33.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding The Churchill School & Center has a median household income of $153,065. It is a well-educated community where 82% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $928,400, with a median rent of $3,321/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF NY New York, NY 8.3
SPECIAL MUSIC SCHOOL New York, NY 8.3
THE BROWNING SCHOOL New York, NY 8.1
PARSONS MEMORIAL SCHOOL Harrison, NY 7.8
PS 233 Forest Hills, NY 7.8
PS 256 Syosset, NY 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Churchill School & Center

What grades does The Churchill School & Center serve?

The Churchill School & Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend The Churchill School & Center?

The Churchill School & Center has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Churchill School & Center?

The student-teacher ratio at The Churchill School & Center is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Churchill School & Center rank in NY?

The Churchill School & Center is ranked #38 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is The Churchill School & Center's MySchoolScout rating?

The Churchill School & Center has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Churchill School & Center a private school?

Yes, The Churchill School & Center 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 Churchill School & Center a religious school?

No, The Churchill School & Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
89 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,049/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
398
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
Teachers (FTE)
132
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
NEW YORK
Phone
(212) 722-0610
Data Year
2022–2023

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