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#292 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 29% of private schools
The Karafin School
High School
40 RADIO CIR DR STE 1, Mount Kisco, NY 10549
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#292 of 992
In Mount Kisco
#1 of 3
public schools
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The Karafin School
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About The Karafin School
The Karafin School is a private high school in Mount Kisco, NY. The Karafin School serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Karafin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, The Karafin 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 2.9:1 students to teachers, The Karafin School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Karafin 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
BetaHow The Karafin School compares to the 1 public school in Mount Kisco, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mount Kisco
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Karafin School (this school) | 6.9 |
| MOUNT KISCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
40 RADIO CIR DR STE 1, Mount Kisco, NY 10549
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Karafin School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HORACE GREELEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Chappaqua), which scores notably higher. Another option is BYRAM HILLS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Armonk), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FOX LANE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Bedford), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Kisco, see our Mount Kisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNT KISCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Kisco | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| HORACE GREELEY HIGH SCHOOL Chappaqua | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| TALMUD TORAH BAIS YECHIEL-NITRA Mount Kisco | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| YESHIVA FARM SETTLEMENT SCHOOL Mount Kisco | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SEVEN BRIDGES MIDDLE SCHOOL Chappaqua | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| WEST PATENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ROARING BROOK SCHOOL Chappaqua | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| DOUGLAS G GRAFFLIN SCHOOL Chappaqua | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL Chappaqua | 3.2 mi | 8.3 |
| WESTORCHARD SCHOOL Chappaqua | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| FOX LANE HIGH SCHOOL Bedford | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| FOX LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bedford | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| BEDFORD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| COMAN HILL SCHOOL Armonk | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| WAMPUS SCHOOL Armonk | 4.6 mi | 8.5 |
| KATONAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah | 4.5 mi | 8.2 |
| H C CRITTENDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Armonk | 4.8 mi | 8.7 |
| BYRAM HILLS HIGH SCHOOL Armonk | 4.6 mi | 8.9 |
| BEDFORD ROAD SCHOOL Pleasantville | 4.6 mi | 8.0 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ROOM Armonk | 5.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10549 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,327
Median Home Value
$652,800
Median Rent
$1,686/mo
Population
15,858
College Educated
60.2%
Homeownership
74.4%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
41.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Karafin School
What grades does The Karafin School serve?
The Karafin School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend The Karafin School?
The Karafin School has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Karafin School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Karafin School is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Karafin School rank in NY?
The Karafin School ranks #292 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is The Karafin School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Karafin School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Karafin School a private school?
Yes, The Karafin 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 Karafin School a religious school?
No, The Karafin School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 90% M / 10% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Phone
- (914) 666-9211
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