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2024 Best Boarding Schools in the New York City Area

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  1. #1 Best Boarding High Schools in New York City Area.

    Hackley School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    TARRYTOWN, NY,

    K-12,

    78 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says I began attending Hackley in the sixth grade and remained there through the end of my high school career. With such great academic resources at your disposal, it's hard to not garner great college...Very grateful for the great opportunities the school afforded me both in and out of the classroom, particularly through travel, which was covered by my hefty financial aid. I would make sure families....

    Read 78 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 855,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

  2. #2 Best Boarding High Schools in New York City Area.

    Pioneer Academy

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    WAYNE, NJ,

    PK, K-12,

    87 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Pioneer Academy is a great school, both on the academic level and ethical level.It provided a safe and nourishing environment for both my kids, the elder of them attended Pioneer for the 4 years of high school and helped him a lot. He finished the school last year and now is...My youngest son has been attending Pioneer since 3rd grade. He is now in 8th grade and enjoying the school with all that it offers, good teachers, great learning facilities, different sports...Pioneer is a small school in numbers and may lack some facilities like an indoor gym, but it is really like a big family for the kids!.

    Read 87 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 426,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  3. #3 Best Boarding High Schools in New York City Area.

    The Stony Brook School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    STONY BROOK, NY,

    7-12,

    76 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says I am constantly recommending The Stony Brook School to my family and friends because it is such a wonderful place. My daughter has thrived and become a more confident learner. She enjoys going to...The teachers challenge her while offering support any time she may need. The faculty, staff and coaches are top notch and really care for their students and want them to succeed. She has grown...Socially, she has made many sweet and caring friends at SBS. There is a strong sense of community among students, faculty, staff and parents. The Stony Brook School hosts numerous events both on and...The schools motto of Character Before Career is truly evident and embraced by all. If you are considering sending your child, I urge you to visit and talk with the school to see and hear about all....

    Read 76 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 453,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,

  4. #4 Best Boarding High Schools in New York City Area.

    Elite Preparatory Academy

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    HOPATCONG, NJ,

    8-12,

    9 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

    Featured Review: Middle school student says I feel very special coming to this school, and the teachers are always able to bring out the best in our students. One time at the school Christmas party, there was a new student who had just arrived...Once, while practicing the piano, I hurt my hand. My teacher allowed me to take a break from my Manhattan apartment, and when I returned to school, my English, math, and science teachers all took the...The school dormitory is located by a beautiful lake, providing a safe and quiet environment. We truly had a great high school life at this school, and I will cherish these beautiful memories for the rest of my life..

    Read 9 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 206,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,

  5. #6 Best Boarding High Schools in New York City Area.

    Léman Manhattan Preparatory School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    NEW YORK, NY,

    PK, K-12,

    112 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says I could not be more pleased with our family school choice!This is our second year at Léman and it has been the best educational decision we ever made. The school, faculty, staff, and families are so welcoming, passionate, and diverse. Every student is seen....

    Read 112 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 700,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  6. #9 Best Boarding High Schools in New York City Area.

    The Knox School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    ST. JAMES, NY,

    6-12,

    30 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says I attended the Knox School myself and my niece and nephew are current students at Knox. I highly recommend the school to any parent seeking a school that helps each student become the best version of....

    Read 30 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 127,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,

  7. #11 Best Boarding High Schools in New York City Area.

    The Harvey School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    KATONAH, NY,

    6-12,

    73 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Harvey is a special school with a strong sense of community providing an environment that encourages learning, creatively and risk taking academically as well as in sports, the arts and many other....

    Read 73 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 368,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  8. #13 Best Boarding High Schools in New York City Area.

    Green Meadow Waldorf School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    CHESTNUT RIDGE, NY,

    PK, K-12,

    27 Niche users give it an average review of 4.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says We cannot express enough the gratitude and admiration we have for Green Meadow. By focusing on and celebrating the best parts of childhood, the Green Meadow curriculum, campus, and faculty and staff....

    Read 27 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 277,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,

  9. #16 Best Boarding High Schools in New York City Area.

    St. Benedict's Preparatory School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    NEWARK, NJ,

    K-12,

    81 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says My experience going to Benedict’s was a Rollercoaster ride. I came to Benedict’s for basketball in my junior year and from the moment I stepped in if I’m being wanted to step out.It wasn’t a great....

    Read 81 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Students: 750,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,

  10. Eagle Hill School

    Blue checkmark.

    Private School,

    GREENWICH, CT,

    K-9,

    4 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says EHS is life-changing, not just for the child but for the whole family. My son was there for 9 years and it truly launched him for success. Before he went to EHS, he used to cry and refuse to go to....

    Read 4 reviews.

    Students: 265,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,

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