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#611 of 992 private schools in NY

The Family School

School

323 E 47TH ST, New York, NY 10017

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

1.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

UG – UG

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

1.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#611 of 992

In New York

#102 of 118

public schools

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About The Family School

The Family School is a private school in New York, NY. The Family School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 1.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #611 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools

6.0

This school 6.0 · Average
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, The Family School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 1.4:1 students to teachers, The Family School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Family 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 Family School compares to 347 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

1.4:1

This School

11.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

436

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.0

This School

6.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 93.3% vs 0%

White 6.7% vs 0%

The Family School New York Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Family School (this school)	—	30	1.4:1	6.0
ART AND DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL	0.5 mi	1,485	15.3:1	7.8
PS 59 BEEKMAN HILL INTERNATIONAL	0.5 mi	515	16.6:1	7.2
RIVER SCHOOL (THE)	0.6 mi	512	17.1:1	8.4
PS 116 MARY LINDLEY MURRAY	0.7 mi	362	13.9:1	4.9
UNITY CENTER FOR URBAN TECHNOLOGIES	0.8 mi	266	14:1	8.5
MURRAY HILL ACADEMY	0.8 mi	239	10.9:1	7.7
MANHATTAN ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND LANGUAGES	0.8 mi	313	12.5:1	6.5
EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267	0.8 mi	362	15.1:1	8.6
JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS HIGH SCHOOL	0.9 mi	292	11.7:1	6.8
REPERTORY COMPANY HIGH SCHOOL FOR THEATRE ARTS	0.9 mi	215	9.8:1	7.7
PS 183 ROBERT L STEVENSON	1.0 mi	534	16.2:1	8.6
TALENT UNLIMITED HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	446	12.7:1	8.5
ELLA BAKER SCHOOL	1.0 mi	327	10.9:1	7.8
VANGUARD HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	406	12.7:1	6.0
URBAN ACADEMY LABORATORY HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	128	9.8:1	6.0
MANHATTAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	376	17.1:1	4.1
BARUCH COLLEGE CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL	1.2 mi	472	13.5:1	8.6
47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE)	1.2 mi	177	5.9:1	8.1
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE & ENGLISH SECONDARY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	174	6.4:1	8.0
SATELLITE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL	1.2 mi	114	10.4:1	6.3

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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 1.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.0 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,155

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 5.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 13%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 1.5 / 10

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Enrollment 30

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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)

Black 93.3%

White 6.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

323 E 47TH ST, New York, NY 10017

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Family School may also want to explore other schools in the area. LYCEUM KENNEDY JAPANESE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE BROWNING SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHILDREN'S ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.8 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
CHILDREN'S ACADEMY New York	0.2 mi	59	7.9
THE BEEKMAN SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	57	7.0
LYCEUM KENNEDY FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	153	6.8
LYCEUM KENNEDY JAPANESE SCHOOL New York	0.2 mi	160	8.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF NY New York	0.4 mi	24	—
CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.4 mi	489	5.5
ART AND DESIGN HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.5 mi	1,485	7.8
PS 59 BEEKMAN HILL INTERNATIONAL New York	0.5 mi	515	7.2
RIVER SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.6 mi	512	8.4
EAST SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-PS 267 New York	0.8 mi	362	8.6
PS 116 MARY LINDLEY MURRAY New York	0.7 mi	362	4.9
THE BROWNING SCHOOL New York	0.9 mi	460	8.1
PS/IS 78 Long Island City	0.8 mi	759	7.9
ACADEMY FOR CAREERS IN TELEVISION AND FILM Long Island City	0.8 mi	541	8.8
HUNTERS POINT COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Island City	0.8 mi	389	8.3
ST VINCENT FERRER HIGH SCHOOL New York	0.9 mi	373	6.3
UNITY CENTER FOR URBAN TECHNOLOGIES New York	0.8 mi	266	8.5
MANHATTAN ACADEMY FOR ARTS AND LANGUAGES New York	0.8 mi	313	6.5
MURRAY HILL ACADEMY New York	0.8 mi	239	7.7
MARYEL SCHOOL OF NEW YORK New York	0.8 mi	16	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,518

Median Home Value

$808,200

Median Rent

$2,980/mo

Population

14,985

College Educated

85.3%

Homeownership

30.6%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

41.4

Similar Schools

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MT. MORIAH ACADEMY Glenmont, NY	30	6.0
WILTON BAPTIST ACADEMY Wilton, NY	38	6.3
THE ARC GREATER HUDSON VALLEY NY Middletown, NY	42	6.4
VALLEY HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Norwich, NY	35	5.6
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YESHIVA BONIM LAMOKOM Brooklyn, NY	40	6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Family School

What grades does The Family School serve?

The Family School serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend The Family School?

The Family School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at The Family School is 1.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Family School rank in NY?

The Family School ranks #611 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Family School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Family School a private school?

Yes, The Family 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 Family School a religious school?

No, The Family School 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: 78 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: UG – UG
Enrollment: 30
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 1.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 22
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 165 days
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Phone: (212) 688-5950

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