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#52 of 992 private schools in NY

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The Kew-forest School

School

11917 UNION TPKE, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

208

Student-Teacher

6.4:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

208

Student-Teacher

6.4:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#52 of 992

In Forest Hills

#1 of 6

public schools

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About The Kew-forest School

The Kew-forest School is a private school in Forest Hills, NY. The Kew-forest School serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Kew-forest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #52 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares2.0 pts above NY schools

8.2

This school 8.2 · Excellent
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 6.4:1 students to teachers, The Kew-forest School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Kew-forest 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 Kew-forest School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Forest Hills, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

6.4:1

This School

14.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

208

This School

1,001

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

8.2

This School

7.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 27.4% vs 0%

Asian 23.1% vs 0%

Black 18.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 12.5% vs 0%

The Kew-forest School Forest Hills Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The Kew-forest School (this school)	—	208	6.4:1	8.2
PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS	0.6 mi	612	15.3:1	8.3
PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY	0.7 mi	794	16.5:1	8.6
PS 144 COL JEROMUS REMSEN	1.0 mi	805	18.7:1	7.7
ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE)	1.0 mi	518	17.3:1	8.5
JHS 190 RUSSELL SAGE	1.2 mi	929	14.1:1	7.3
QUEENS METROPOLITAN HIGH SCHOOL	1.2 mi	973	13.9:1	7.7
METROPOLITAN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL	1.2 mi	833	12.1:1	6.1
PS 233	1.2 mi	523	5:1	4.5
FOREST HILLS HIGH SCHOOL	1.3 mi	3,425	15:1	7.9
PS 220 EDWARD MANDEL	1.9 mi	599	14.6:1	6.8

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- 8.1 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7.2 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,195.2

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 10.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 79%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 208

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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 27.4%

Asian 23.1%

Two or More 18.8%

Black 18.3%

Hispanic 12.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11917 UNION TPKE, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Kew-forest School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Forest Hills, see our Forest Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
EZRA ACADEMY Forest Hills	0.1 mi	145	7.4
PS 99 KEW GARDENS Kew Gardens	0.3 mi	744	7.6
YESHIVA TIFERETH MOSHE Kew Gardens	0.4 mi	517	5.9
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Forest Hills	0.5 mi	284	6.2
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Forest Hills	0.5 mi	283	6.5
YESHIVA SHAAR HATORAH Richmond Hill	0.7 mi	113	5.2
TIEFERES TORAH INSTITUTE Kew Gardens	0.6 mi	43	6.6
PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY Forest Hills	0.7 mi	794	8.6
PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS Forest Hills	0.6 mi	612	8.3
BNOS MALKA ACADEMY Forest Hills	0.7 mi	376	5.7
PS 164 QUEENS VALLEY Flushing	0.7 mi	546	5.9
ARCHBISHOP MOLLOY HIGH SCHOOL Briarwood	0.7 mi	1,506	4.2
PS 54 HILLSIDE Richmond Hill	0.9 mi	443	5.7
PS 56 HARRY EICHLER Richmond Hill	1.0 mi	327	5.8
YESHIVAT OHR HAIIM Richmond Hill	0.9 mi	251	7.0
PS 51 Richmond Hill	1.1 mi	212	5.1
NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing	0.9 mi	105	6.1
HOLY CHILD JESUS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Richmond Hill	1.1 mi	303	5.6
ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) Forest Hills	1.0 mi	518	8.5
SHEVACH HIGH SCHOOL Flushing	1.0 mi	213	4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,319

Median Home Value

$572,800

Median Rent

$2,126/mo

Population

75,320

College Educated

60.6%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

45.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

44.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Kew-forest School

What grades does The Kew-forest School serve?

The Kew-forest School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend The Kew-forest School?

The Kew-forest School has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Kew-forest School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Kew-forest School is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Kew-forest School rank in NY?

The Kew-forest School ranks #52 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Kew-forest School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Kew-forest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Kew-forest School a private school?

Yes, The Kew-forest 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 Kew-forest School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 65 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 208
Gender Split: 57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 33
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.2 hours
Days Per Year: 166 days
Setting: Large City
County: Queens County
Phone: (718) 551-3112

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