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#55 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 5% of private schools

The Greenvale School

Elementary School

250 VALENTINES LN, Old Brookville, NY 11545

Private

Enrollment

368

Student-Teacher

5.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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The Greenvale School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Old Brookville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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About The Greenvale School

The Greenvale School is a private elementary school in Old Brookville, NY. The Greenvale School serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Greenvale School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares2.2 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 5.9:1 students to teachers, The Greenvale School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Greenvale 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.

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)
A 8.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,343
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 45%
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 368
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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 72.3%
Asian 11.7%
Two or More 9.5%
Black 4.3%
Hispanic 1.9%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

250 VALENTINES LN, Old Brookville, NY 11545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Greenvale School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Sea Cliff), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY CHILD ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Old Westbury), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GLEN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Glen Head), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Old Brookville, see our Old Brookville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HARBOR HILL SCHOOL Greenvale 1.3 mi 8.4
GLEN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head 1.3 mi 8.8
GLENWOOD LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head 1.7 mi 8.5
NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glen Head 1.9 mi 9.0
NORTH SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Head 1.9 mi 9.2
HOLY CHILD ACADEMY Old Westbury 2.5 mi 8.9
CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove 2.7 mi 4.2
TIEGERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove 2.7 mi 8.8
EAST HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 2.6 mi 8.6
SCO FAMILY SERVICES - TYREE LEARNING CENTER Sea Cliff 2.4 mi 7.5
ROSLYN HIGH SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 2.5 mi 9.2
SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sea Cliff 2.6 mi 9.3
ROSLYN MIDDLE SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 2.9 mi 8.5
ROSLYN HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 2.9 mi 5.3
TIEGERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Cove 3.1 mi
WILLETS ROAD SCHOOL Roslyn Heights 3.5 mi 9.2
WESTBURY HIGH SCHOOL Old Westbury 3.6 mi 7.4
GREEK LANGUAGE INSTITUTE Port Washington 2.9 mi 3.6
PORTLEDGE SCHOOL Locust Valley 3.7 mi 7.2
WESTBURY FRIENDS SCHOOL Westbury 3.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$164,583

Median Home Value

$1,028,900

Median Rent

$2,220/mo

Population

11,963

College Educated

66%

Homeownership

90.3%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

47.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Greenvale School

What grades does The Greenvale School serve?

The Greenvale School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend The Greenvale School?

The Greenvale School has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at The Greenvale School is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Greenvale School rank in NY?

The Greenvale School ranks #55 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Greenvale School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Greenvale 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 Greenvale School a private school?

Yes, The Greenvale 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 Greenvale School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
368
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.9 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County

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