Private School

Portledge School

#2 in Best Private High Schools in Nassau County

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Overall Grade
Private
PK, K-12
LOCUST VALLEY, NY
Rating 4.63 out of 5 52 reviews

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Diversity
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Teachers
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College Prep
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Clubs & Activities
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Sports
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portledge.org

(516) 750-3100

355 DUCK POND ROAD
LOCUST VALLEY, NY 11560

About Portledge School...

Applying

Application Deadline

February 1

Application Fee

$75

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

SSAT, TOEFL

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$44,100

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

23%

Average Financial Aid

$16,100

From Portledge School

Portledge School is an independent, pre-nursery through twelfth grade preparatory day school. The school's coordinated sequential programs, beginning with the Reggio Emilia program in Early Childhood, provide a rigorous academic environment, preparing students to live responsible and productive lives. Dedicated teachers use small class size to deliver knowledge based on inquiry and inspired by a student-centered approach. Individual talents are nurtured through the arts, athletics, and a variety of programs that all emphasize the Portledge Pillars of passion, purpose, honor, and respect.

Upcoming Events

9th Grade Open House
October 20, 9:00 am
355 Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley, NY 11560
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Join us for an exciting glimpse into the academic and community-rich environment of Portledge School's 9th Grade Open House. Come discover for yourself the exceptional journey that awaits your child as they transition into high school. Our Open House offers an immersive experience where prospective students and their families can explore our state-of-the-art facilities, meet dedicated educators, and learn about our comprehensive world-class curriculum. For families considering 9th grade in 2024-2025.
Join us for an exciting glimpse into the academic and community-rich environment of Portledge School's 9th Grade Open House. Come discover for yourself the exceptional journey that awaits your child as they transition into high school. Our Open House offers an immersive experience where prospective students and their families can explore our state-of-the-art facilities, meet dedicated educators, and learn about our comprehensive world-class curriculum. For families considering 9th grade in 2024-2025.
9th Grade Open House
October 20, 1:00 pm
255 Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley, NY, 11560
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Join us for an exciting glimpse into the academic and community-rich environment of Portledge School's 9th Grade Open House. Come discover for yourself the exceptional journey that awaits your child as they transition into high school. Our Open House offers an immersive experience where prospective students and their families can explore our state-of-the-art facilities, meet dedicated educators, and learn about our comprehensive world-class curriculum.
Join us for an exciting glimpse into the academic and community-rich environment of Portledge School's 9th Grade Open House. Come discover for yourself the exceptional journey that awaits your child as they transition into high school. Our Open House offers an immersive experience where prospective students and their families can explore our state-of-the-art facilities, meet dedicated educators, and learn about our comprehensive world-class curriculum.
All-School Open House
October 25, 9:30 am
355 Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley, NY 11560
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During the All School Open House, you'll have the chance to engage with our dedicated faculty, tour our exceptional facilities, and gain insights into our innovative and international curriculum. From Early Childhood to graduating seniors, you'll witness the breadth and depth of our community that fosters academic excellence and personal growth.
LS Day of Play & Open House
November 4, 9:30 am
355 Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley, NY 11560
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Join us for a day of boundless fun, friendship, and discovery at Portledge, a true celebration of childhood wonder and the start of a lifelong journey of exploration.

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate

100%

Average SAT

1380

60 responses

Average ACT

65 responses

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Popular Colleges

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Cornell University
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The Class of 2022 College Placement

The Class of 2022 moved on from Portledge in remarkable fashion. With a 100% acceptance rate to four-year colleges, they will take the skills they fostered at Portledge to a number of impressive institutions including Yale, Brown, Cornell, Barnard, University of Virginia, University of Toronto, Vanderbilt University, Boston College, Trinity College of Dublin, and Duke to name but a few.

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Culture & Safety

Poll

89%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 9 responses

Poll

89%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 9 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 31 responses

Blue and White Day
26%
Founders Day
23%
Founders Day and Graduation
16%
Earth Day
10%
Holiday Play
10%
Spirit Week
10%
nothing
3%

Students

Diversity

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

546

56%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 9 responses

78%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 9 responses

78%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 9 responses

Preschool

Annual Cost

Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Starting Age

3 years

Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio

Website

portledge.org/academics/early-childhood

Offers Full Week
No
Offers Part Week
No
Offers Full Day
Yes
Offers Part Day
Yes

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National

17:1

Poll

88%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 16 responses

Poll

88%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 16 responses

Poll

88%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 16 responses

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Clubs & Activities

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Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Boys Athletic Participation

75%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 8 responses

63%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 8 responses

63%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 8 responses

Overall Niche Grade

How are grades calculated?Data Sources

Cost of Living
grade C
Good for Families
grade A+
Housing
grade C

Median Household Income

$189,464

National

$69,021

Median Rent

$1,667

National

$1,163

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

National

$244,900

Portledge School Reviews

52 reviews

I love Portledge! BOTH of my very different kids are KNOWN and LOVED AND THEIR TEACHERS ARE COMMITTED TO THEIR SUCCESS!! Portledge is a fantastic place with a clear mission. Its IB program is rigorous and sent multiple graduates to the Ivy League last year. The Portledge "Pillars" of Kindness, Purpose, Honor and Respect are lived on campus daily and really help my children understand what it means to be a good person of high character, and helps them thrive AND achieve in a warm environment. The STEAM, English, arts and sports programs have superstar faculty members. There's a particular focus on reading and literacy in the lower grades that serve the older students well as they sit down to write essays and papers. The IB program is far superior to the AP program (produces stronger critical thinkers.) I highly recommend Portledge to families that care about strong academics and a vibrant community with excellent extracurriculars! The 65 acre campus is gorgeous as well. Go Panthers!

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Portledge is a great school. The academics are top-notch, with the school really leaning into the IB diploma, something that most schools don't have. With this, there are lots of superb colleges that portledge students are accepted into. With the school being private and quite expensive, it makes it harder for there to be a ton of diversity, but portledge is still decently diverse. The teachers are mostly good and work hard to ensure that you do well. There are tons of clubs, from the green team to the women's empowerment club to the select chorus and so much more. Most people at portledge love it and graduated students always come back to visit from college. There are great resources for mental health if needed, as well as academic resources if necessary.

I have three children enrolled in Portledge and we could not be more pleased with the experience in lower school and middle school. The class sizes are small so there is an advantageous teacher to student ratio. No child gets lost. I feel the teachers really know my children - their strengths, their growth opportunities - and give them the space and guidance to be their best selves. The communication between parents and teacher/s is excellent - the staff is very responsive, respectful and caring. The head of school and the staff navigated the pandemic with grace, always putting the students and their education and safety first. I believe my children are not only receiving an excellent education but are becoming responsible and kind global citizens.

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