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#353 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 36% of private schools
The Stony Brook School
High School
11 CEDAR ST, Stony Brook, NY 11790
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#353 of 992
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About The Stony Brook School
The Stony Brook School is a private high school in Stony Brook, NY. The Stony Brook School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Stony Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
The Stony Brook 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.
Schools in Stony Brook
No public schools found in Stony Brook for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.
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
11 CEDAR ST, Stony Brook, NY 11790
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Stony Brook School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores notably higher. Another option is EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Port Jefferson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL EAST (rated 8.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Saint James), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stony Brook, see our Stony Brook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11790 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,695
Median Home Value
$590,000
Median Rent
$2,652/mo
Population
19,934
College Educated
69.1%
Homeownership
89.6%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
23
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| BRONX HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE VISUAL ARTS Bronx, NY | 6.7 |
| CHAUTAUQUA LAKE SECONDARY SCHOOL Mayville, NY | 6.7 |
| DEMOCRACY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.7 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR TEACHING AND THE PROFESSIONS Bronx, NY | 6.7 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR YOUTH AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AT ERASMUS Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| LEWIS J BENNETT HIGH SCHOOL OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLGY Buffalo, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Stony Brook School
What grades does The Stony Brook School serve?
The Stony Brook School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend The Stony Brook School?
The Stony Brook School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Stony Brook School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Stony Brook School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Stony Brook School rank in NY?
The Stony Brook School ranks #353 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is The Stony Brook School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Stony Brook School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Stony Brook School a private school?
Yes, The Stony Brook School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination 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 Stony Brook School a religious school?
The Stony Brook School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Gender Split
- 10% M / 90% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (631) 751-1800
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