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#14 of 992 private schools in NY

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The School at Columbia University

Elementary School

556 W 110TH ST, New York, NY 10025

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

4.6:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

4.6:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#14 of 992

In New York

#5 of 118

public schools

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About The School at Columbia University

The School at Columbia University is a private elementary school in New York, NY. The School at Columbia University serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The School at Columbia University has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 992 private schools in NY.

What's said publicly about The School at Columbia University

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

The School at Columbia University, also known as TSC or The School, is a private K–8 institution affiliated with Columbia University 1 . It is located at 110th Street and Broadway in the Manhattan borough of New York City 1 . The student body is composed equally of residents from the Morningside Heights, Manhattan/Upper West Side/Harlem community and members of the university's faculty and staff 1 . The school is organized into three divisions: Primary (K–2), Intermediate (3–5), and Middle (6–8) 1 . Each division has its own Division Head, and the school operates under one Head of School 1 .

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How it compares2.8 pts above NY schools

8.7

This school 8.7 · Excellent
NY avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 4.6:1 students to teachers, The School at Columbia University sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The School at Columbia University 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 School at Columbia University compares to 241 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

4.6:1

This School

11.8:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

487

This School

426

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

8.7

This School

6.3

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 39% vs 0%

Hispanic 19.7% vs 0%

Black 18.9% vs 0%

Asian 10.7% vs 0%

The School at Columbia University New York Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
The School at Columbia University (this school)	—	487	4.6:1	8.7
PS 165 ROBERT E SIMON	0.1 mi	425	13.7:1	7.7
MOTT HALL II	0.1 mi	380	14.1:1	5.4
JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON	0.3 mi	710	13.9:1	8.5
WEST PREP ACADEMY	0.3 mi	167	6.4:1	6.6
PS 145 BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (THE)	0.3 mi	487	15.2:1	5.4
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4	0.6 mi	217	—:1	8.1
OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL	0.6 mi	379	9.5:1	7.5
STEM INSTITUTE OF MANHATTAN	0.6 mi	133	9.5:1	5.9
KIPP BEYOND CHARTER SCHOOL	0.6 mi	274	17.1:1	7.5
PS 180 HUGO NEWMAN	0.6 mi	346	9.9:1	3.7
PS 163 ALFRED E SMITH	0.6 mi	524	13.1:1	7.5
WADLEIGH PERF AND VISUAL ARTS	0.6 mi	349	8.9:1	5.9
FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY II SECONDARY SCHOOL	0.6 mi	318	9.1:1	5.7
PS 36 MARGARET DOUGLAS	0.7 mi	277	9.6:1	5.1
NEW YORK FRENCH-AMERICAN CHARTER SCHOOL	0.7 mi	296	—:1	6.9
PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON	0.7 mi	480	6.6:1	7.3
KIPP STAR COLLEGE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL	0.7 mi	681	14.5:1	7.9
PS 125 RALPH BUNCHE	0.7 mi	251	10.9:1	8.1
COLUMBIA SECONDARY SCHOOL	0.7 mi	718	13.1:1	7.8
PS 76 A PHILLIP RANDOLPH	0.8 mi	268	11.2:1	3.7

Showing 20 of 241 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

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 4.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B 6.3 / 10

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School Day Length 7.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,200

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 75%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 487

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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 39.0%

Hispanic 19.7%

Black 18.9%

Two or More 11.7%

Asian 10.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

556 W 110TH ST, New York, NY 10025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The School at Columbia University may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST JOHN THE DIVINE (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 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	Enrollment	Rating
PS 165 ROBERT E SIMON New York	0.1 mi	425	7.7
MOTT HALL II New York	0.1 mi	380	5.4
BANK STREET SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York	0.1 mi	376	7.9
PS 145 BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (THE) New York	0.3 mi	487	5.4
WEST PREP ACADEMY New York	0.3 mi	167	6.6
JHS 54 BOOKER T WASHINGTON New York	0.3 mi	710	8.5
THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL OF ST JOHN THE DIVINE New York	0.3 mi	277	8.9
SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York	0.6 mi	105	7.5
RIVERSIDE CHURCH WEEKDAY SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	4	—
KIPP BEYOND CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	274	7.5
PS 163 ALFRED E SMITH New York	0.6 mi	524	7.5
BASIS INDEPENDENT MANHATTAN New York	0.7 mi	134	9.1
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI COLUMBUS SQUARE New York	0.7 mi	5	—
STEM INSTITUTE OF MANHATTAN New York	0.6 mi	133	5.9
OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL New York	0.6 mi	379	7.5
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-HARLEM 4 New York	0.6 mi	217	8.1
PS 180 HUGO NEWMAN New York	0.6 mi	346	3.7
PS 36 MARGARET DOUGLAS New York	0.7 mi	277	5.1
THE STUDIO SCHOOL New York	0.8 mi	66	6.2
PS 75 EMILY DICKINSON New York	0.7 mi	480	7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,195

Median Home Value

$1,125,200

Median Rent

$2,009/mo

Population

93,223

College Educated

68.8%

Homeownership

30.7%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

40.4

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
BAYCHESTER ACADEMY Bronx, NY	331	8.7
FURNACE WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor, NY	321	8.7
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn, NY	330	8.7
JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Great Neck, NY	446	8.7
PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) New York, NY	600	8.7
PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Putnam Valley, NY	573	8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The School at Columbia University

What grades does The School at Columbia University serve?

The School at Columbia University serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend The School at Columbia University?

The School at Columbia University has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The School at Columbia University?

The student-teacher ratio at The School at Columbia University is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The School at Columbia University rank in NY?

The School at Columbia University ranks #14 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The School at Columbia University's MySchoolScout rating?

The School at Columbia University has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The School at Columbia University a private school?

Yes, The School at Columbia University 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 School at Columbia University a religious school?

No, The School at Columbia University is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Bike Score: 83 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 487
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 4.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 107
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7.5 hours
Days Per Year: 160 days
Setting: Large City
County: New York County
Phone: (212) 851-4288

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