York Prep School in Manhattan, NY - Niche
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York Prep School
  • Private
  • NEW YORK, NY
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York Prep School

#970 in Best Private High Schools in America
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private
  • 6-12
  • NEW YORK, NY
  • 97 reviews
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A minus
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A minus
    6. Sports
      B minus
    yorkprep.org
    (212) 362-0400
    40 W 68TH ST
    NEW YORK, NY 10023
    About York Prep School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Application Fee
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $61,190
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    Average Financial Aid
    From York Prep School

    Our goal for students is unwavering integrity, a desire to learn in a rigorous academic environment, and enthusiastic participation in community life. We make leaders, joiners, and achievers. York boasts a diverse curriculum, outstanding faculty, and exceptional Arts and Sports programs in the heart of Lincoln Center.

    Our philosophy is that every student is motivated by the possibility of success. Compassionate educators creatively address the needs and interests of a diverse community. Every student is challenged by a traditional curriculum in a structured environment. We nurture lifelong learners who become leaders in their fields and communities

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1310
    50 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    40 responses
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    Our Jump Start Program

    academic spotlight

    The Jump Start program assists students with different learning styles or specific learning differences, to function successfully in an academically challenging & mainstream setting. It is for students who have difficulty achieving their full potential, solely because of problems in any of the following areas: language processing, reading, writing, math, time management, and organizational skills.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    80%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 10 responses
    Poll
    70%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 10 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 16 responses
    • Field day
      19%
    • International food night
      19%
    • Daily experiences
      13%
    • Drama club performance
      13%
    • NA
      13%
    • Pep rallies
      6%
    • Prom
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    A minus
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    350
    50%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 12 responses
    50%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 12 responses
    58%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 12 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    5:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    62%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 13 responses
    Poll
    54%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 13 responses
    Poll
    38%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 13 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A minus
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Boys Athletic Participation
    54%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 13 responses
    38%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 13 responses
    54%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 13 responses

    Living in the Area

    Upper West Side
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?Data Sources
    1. Cost of Living
      C minus
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      C minus
    Median Household Income
    $160,558
    National
    $75,149
    Median Rent
    $2,530
    National
    $1,268
    Median Home Value
    $1,565,117
    National
    $281,900
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