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#388 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 39% of private schools
The Smith School
High School
131 W 86TH ST # FL9, New York, NY 10024
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
3:1
Score
6.6
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#388 of 992
In New York
#78 of 118
public schools
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About The Smith School
The Smith School is a private high school in New York, NY. The Smith School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 3:1 student-teacher ratio. The Smith School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #388 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, The Smith 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 3:1 students to teachers, The Smith School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Smith 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 Smith School compares to 239 public schools serving similar grades in New York, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
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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
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
131 W 86TH ST # FL9, New York, NY 10024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Smith School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GLOBAL LEARNING COLLABORATIVE (THE) (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR GREEN CAREERS (THE) (rated 7.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FRANK MCCOURT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GAN ALIYA New York | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MANHATTAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| INNOVATION DIPLOMA PLUS New York | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| GLOBAL LEARNING COLLABORATIVE (THE) New York | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR GREEN CAREERS (THE) New York | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| FRANK MCCOURT HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UPPER WEST New York | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 166 RICHARD ROGERS SCHOOL OF THE ARTS & SCIENCE (THE) New York | 0.1 mi | 8.7 |
| PS 9 SARAH ANDERSON New York | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| MS 243 CENTER SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 7.6 |
| THE GENEVA SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| BEIT RABBAN DAY SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 6.9 |
| MANHATTAN CHILDREN'S CENTER (THE) New York | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| LAFAYETTE ACADEMY New York | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| COMMUNITY ACTION SCHOOL-MS 258 New York | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 333 MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN New York | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| BAIS YAAKOV BNOS ALIYA New York | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| DWIGHT SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| PS 84 LILLIAN WEBER New York | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| METROPOLITAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,614
Median Home Value
$1,746,400
Median Rent
$2,965/mo
Population
62,576
College Educated
84.2%
Homeownership
38.7%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
44.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Smith School
What grades does The Smith School serve?
The Smith School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend The Smith School?
The Smith School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Smith School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Smith School is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Smith School rank in NY?
The Smith School ranks #388 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is The Smith School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Smith School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Smith School a private school?
Yes, The Smith 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 Smith School a religious school?
No, The Smith School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 61% M / 39% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Phone
- (212) 879-6354
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