Excellent
#2 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 1% of private schools
The Storm King School
High School
314 MOUNTAIN RD, Cornwall on Hudson, NY 12520
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
172
Student-Teacher
5.7:1
Score
9.0
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#2 of 992
In Cornwall on Hudson
#1 of 2
public schools
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The Storm King School
High School in Cornwall on Hudson · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Storm King School
The Storm King School is a private high school in Cornwall on Hudson, NY. The Storm King School serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 5.7:1 student-teacher ratio. The Storm King School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 992 private schools in NY.
What's said publicly about The Storm King School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 172 students, The Storm King 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 5.7:1 students to teachers, The Storm King School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Storm King 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.
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
314 MOUNTAIN RD, Cornwall on Hudson, NY 12520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Storm King School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HALDANE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Cold Spring), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NEW YORK MILITARY ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CORNWALL CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby New Windsor), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cornwall on Hudson, see our Cornwall on Hudson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| CORNWALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| CORNWALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Cornwall | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW YORK MILITARY ACADEMY Cornwall On Hudson | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| WILLOW AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| BLOOMING GROVE ACADEMY LLC New Windsor | 3.1 mi | — |
| KAPLAN CAREER ACADEMY New Windsor | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL New Windsor | 3.9 mi | 7.6 |
| VAILS GATE STEAM ACADEMY New Windsor | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cold Spring | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| HALDANE HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring | 3.0 mi | 9.3 |
| HALDANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cold Spring | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| CORNWALL CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL New Windsor | 3.4 mi | 8.1 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New Windsor | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY Newburgh | 4.7 mi | 5.3 |
| HIGHLAND FALLS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Highland Falls | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 4.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MANITOU SCHOOL Cold Spring | 3.6 mi | 7.3 |
| SAN MIGUEL ACADEMY OF NEWBURGH Newburgh | 5.0 mi | 6.4 |
| TEMPLE HILL SCHOOL New Windsor | 4.6 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,144
Median Home Value
$458,700
Median Rent
$1,457/mo
Population
3,088
College Educated
57.5%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
44.7
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|---|---|
| URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS New York, NY | 9.1 |
| BLOOMFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Bloomfield, NY | 8.8 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 8.8 |
| NEWFIELD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newfield, NY | 9.2 |
| OXFORD ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Oxford, NY | 9.2 |
| CUBA-RUSHFORD HIGH SCHOOL Cuba, NY | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Storm King School
What grades does The Storm King School serve?
The Storm King School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend The Storm King School?
The Storm King School has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Storm King School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Storm King School is 5.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Storm King School rank in NY?
The Storm King School ranks #2 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is The Storm King School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Storm King School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Storm King School a private school?
Yes, The Storm King 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 Storm King School a religious school?
No, The Storm King School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 172
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (845) 458-7511
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