2024 Best Schools Offering AP Courses in the New York City Area

• Basking Ridge, NJ•

• Private School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.28 out of 5  150 reviews

Sophomore: At the Pingry School, everyone can find their place. Whether it is the plethora of student interest clubs, diverse student body, the openness and willingness of the teachers to help at every turn, or just the smile on everyone's faces in the morning, it really is a joy to be a member of the Pingry Community. The level of trust and camaraderie among the community is unparalleled, and Pingry really sticks to the tenets of its Honor Code. But there really is no better way to experience the Pingry Community than to come see it for yourself!... Read 150 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,197

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• New York, NY•

• Private School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.37 out of 5  86 reviews

Sophomore: I am receiving a truly fantastic education at Brearley, and for that I am grateful! The school provides students with valuable resources and opportunities to expand and customize their learning experience. The culture of competition can be overwhelming, but I think the stressful atmosphere is perpetuated by the students, rather than the administration. The adults I’ve interacted with at Brearley have generally been supportive and understanding, while some of the kids can be cutthroat and aggressively driven.... Read 86 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 776

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• New York, NY•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.6 out of 5  99 reviews

Parent: The Lycée Français de New York is the humanities, literature and philosophy school par excellence, providing an outstanding preparation for university and beyond by developing critical and analytic skills in dual language and method. Student's perspective: the LFNY's strong focus on the French language, on HLP and the development of critique, coupled with continual availability and support from the teaching staff through built-in, after-class 'dialogue' (tutoring) hours, the Lycée excels in its preparation of the students' readiness for the Baccalaureate exams. In terms of student life and school spirit: regardless of their cultural origin, the students are united and bonded by the common thread of the French language. Parent's perspective: from lunch helper in Primary to participation in event committees and/or occupying a position in the APL (parent liaison to the school administration), parental involvement while voluntary is welcome and encouraged.... Read 99 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,150

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Livingston, NJ•

• Private School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  130 reviews

Middle School Student: As a student who goes to Newark Academy, there are many things about NA that you won’t find at any other school. This school has an amazing community where students and teachers are able to have a good relationship. The Equity and Inclusion team makes sure that you belong and that others understand you. The arts program is wonderful and has a variety of things for everyone. The academics go beyond the books and are very hands on. I would recommend this school to anyone in the area who cares about their child and wants them to have a good future!... Read 130 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 667

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• New York, NY•

• Private School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.48 out of 5  31 reviews

Parent: Incredible student and parent community, with a shared focus on educating and building strong girls.... Read 31 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 772

• Student-teacher ratio 5:1

• New York, NY•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  111 reviews

Senior: Sacred Heart is a unique school, with incredible facilities. It helps girls find their voice and encourages us to explore different paths to problem solving. Even though we are in a competitive environment, we are always supportive of each other and encourage each other to do our best. Whether it was in class or during sports, we had fun and enjoyed our time together. I’ve made a great group of diverse friends I know I will keep forever. I also feel very prepared for college. I was excited to be accepted to my top choice university. Sacred Heart has great college placement and an exceptional college counseling group. It’s been a wonderful experience, and I will be sad to leave. But, I know I always have a home at Sacred Heart!... Read 111 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 741

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Rye, NY•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.38 out of 5  118 reviews

Works Here: I've been personally and professionally satisfied as an employee at Rye Country Day School. I found the community to be welcoming and eager for a new chapter, under strong leadership. I've felt supported in my work and have had many opportunities to grow new skillsets, which is important to me in a workplace. Impressive is the first word that comes to mind when I see how successful our students are and in unique ways. Of course, RCDS students' achievements include superior academics and athletic championships. But I've been most struck witnessing the level of care, genuine passion, and commitment to causes that are important to the students, specifically with the Community Engagement Fellows, the students who were selected to attend the Student Diversity Leadership Conference, and student leaders involved in the Sustainability program. These high school students are so informed and articulate! The young leaders that RCDS fosters are going places.... Read 118 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 957

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Brooklyn, NY•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.31 out of 5  51 reviews

Parent: I can’t say enough good things about BASIS Independent Brooklyn! Our 4 year old is in the PK-1 program at their new school location (405 Gold Street) and he’s blossoming! Caring and awesome teachers. Very thorough communication from the admin. A rock solid parent community! A great curriculum that offers a diversity of skills-building challenges (literacy, math, yoga, movement, theater, science, social emotional learning, Mandarin, just to name a few!) A plethora of after-school activities. Great location (next to a Target & Trader Joe’s). Same rigorous education but $20K cheaper than Poly Prep/Saint Ann’s etc. We met some amazing friends through this school and our son is so happy to go to school every day! In Pre-K 1 (3’s program), our son is already doing sight words and he’s staring to read simple words. The school really fosters a curiosity for learning, civic duty awareness, kindness development and a community of like-minded parent community! I can’t be happier!... Read 51 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 729

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• New York, NY•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.7 out of 5  136 reviews

Parent: The school is truly a dream. Top ranked in the country, few blocks from our apartment, on beautiful 5th Ave overlooking the MET. Most importantly, they engage, cultivate, and support their girls into a rigours education. We are happy our daughter was accepted into their limited spots; but amazed at their educational support that will make my daughter thrive. Huge highlights: First STEM program for girls, Financial Literacy through Bloomberg Terminal certification, brand new Upper School with state of the art technology. An Apple Distinguished School with ipads for students. An absolutely unreal Fabrication Lab that easily competes MIT/Caltech labs. Art and dedicated classrooms at the MET. Finally, and most importantly, a humble grace that shows how education is a gift; a gift to selflessly give back to society.... Read 136 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 768

• Student-teacher ratio 5:1

• Morristown, NJ•

• Private School•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 4.59 out of 5  126 reviews

Parent: Our son is a Freshman at Delbarton and we could not be happier. He loves his classes, although very challenging. His teachers are easy to approach (and they expect you to come to talk to them), and the brotherhood is real. COVID has changed everyone's plans but Delbarton has managed to keep the boys in school so far, the admin has been very proactive and approachable. We could have chosen many fine private schools in NJ, we are so happy we chose Delbarton!... Read 126 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 648

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• New York City Geographic District No. 31, NY•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.35 out of 5  785 reviews

Junior: You will be exposed to a multitude of resources during your time here and welcomed into a great community! While this school may not be for those unwilling to take on a rigorous academic experience, you will certainly be given the choices to take easier classes. The courseload can demanding at times, but most teachers are reasonable as long as you communicate with them. Ultimately, Tech will offer you many things to enhance and enrich your high school experience, but it is up to YOU to take advantage, whether that be through an internship, mentorship, sport, club, SING, etc.... Read 785 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,355

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• New York City Geographic District No. 10, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  1,061 reviews

Parent: Excellent academics, almost every AP possible offered, lots of students taking post AP classes. Large school (~2800 kids), but brilliant student body with a wide range of interests and passions. This is the school where one can find high performing athletes with interests in performing arts and computers science or biology or math or physics or engineering. As one of the Specialized high school of the city, students come from all boroughs, making a 2-4 hours daily commute a regular part their 4-year high school journey. Very large number of clubs, sports, student activities. Teachers and administrators are top notch and dedicated. Perfect? Of course not, as it is after all a public school, but the Alumni foundation and the Parent Association are extremely active and generous both with time and resources to make up for what the Dept of Education budget does not cover. Go Wolverines!... Read 1,061 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 2,985

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• New York City Geographic District No. 25, NY•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.21 out of 5  696 reviews

Sophomore: I'm a sophomore at Townsend Harris, and my experience has been great! I really like that every year there are some school "holidays" that are special to our school only! The school was quite challenging academically since it required me to change my studying habits (I used to procrastinate a lot). The classes were nice. You could choose if you wanted to choose AP classes. But during freshman year you get automatically put into Pre-AP World History. Then in sophomore year, it's required to take AP World History. The students, teachers, and staff are all friendly! There are so many extracurriculars too, so if you're looking to do stuff in your free time there are a lot of options. The sports department is great too because of the variety. There's basketball, soccer, table tennis, badminton, handball, swimming, and many more!... Read 696 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,347

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Morris County Vocational School District, NJ•

• 9-12

• •
  Rating 4.26 out of 5  39 reviews

Alum: The Academy is an all around highly-recommended high school experience. Starting with academics, Academy students are challenged everyday through a difficult and relevant courseload, fully preparing them for college and life beyond. Students have a great relationship with their teachers and with each other. The social environment of the academy is an extremely tight web of inseparable, caring, and competitive students. Although its place as a satellite academy causes administrative headache, this school is the center of the greatest academic and social livelihoods a student can hope for.... Read 39 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 180

• Student-teacher ratio —

• Edison, NJ•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.32 out of 5  90 reviews

Parent: I am a parent of Class 2023 from China, my son and I fell in love with WH School from the first sight when my family visited the campus at 2018. We were impressed and inspired by the beautiful environment, warm school spirit, strong academics, and great teacher, energetic students, Today, four years later, our family still believe it is an honor for me and my family to be a part of WH School! I would like to thank the WH school as an execellent platform, and thank all teachers, advisors, and counselor for your support and care for him over the past 4 years. He is studying in the TOP university in USA as a freshman.... Read 90 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 471

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Summit, NJ•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  63 reviews

Alum: Academically excellent, great leadership opportunities, and supportive staff. The school should have much higher rankings given how well it prepares well rounded and intelligent future leaders. In 2007, The Wall Street Journal already listed Kent Place School as one of the world's top 50 schools for its success in preparing students to enter top American universities. The school has excellent academical cuticulum, strong STEM resources, and abundant student activities. At KPS learning with purpose, leading with ethics, thriving in community, and investing in one another are the priorities. These priorities are rooted in the school's core strengths, enriched by our long history of understanding how high-achieving girls learn best, and deepened by the story that every student brings to our community. KPS has a long history. Since 1894, KPS has dedicated to empowering girls. The results have been spectacular. KPS has sent students to many top institutions in the world.... Read 63 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 649

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• New York, NY•

• Private School•

• K-12

• •
  Rating 4.63 out of 5  54 reviews

Parent: My son was accepted at all the top schools in the city, and he chose Browning hands down. A large part of his rationality is how rigorous the curriculum is, but the biggest influence is how much fun he had during his tour. My wife and I are happy with his choice, particularly after we spoke with current parents and after we attended the Speaker Series. We love how small school is with only 35 boys per grade! The after school programs are excellent. Our son is working towards becoming an Eagle Scout outside of school and he finds enough time to fit it all in. Browning is excellent in fostering independence and self-advocacy. In addition, developing their diversity and inclusion practices have been an impressive endeavor particularly after over 100 years of tradition. Browning is focused on school's mission of nurturing boys and their surrounding community so they thrive in whatever they choose to take on in the future.... Read 54 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 410

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Westwood, NJ•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

• •
  Rating 4.75 out of 5  12 reviews

Parent: At Primoris School, excellence is not just taught but lived. Under the dedicated guidance of owner Ms. Katie, the school thrives on an advanced curriculum infused with love and enthusiasm, making learning a delight. The warm, unique atmosphere fosters a joy for learning that my daughter keenly embraces daily. Her rapid academic progression, especially her remarkable vocabulary, is a testament to Primoris's effectiveness. The school's devotion to nurturing intellectual curiosity and emotional well-being makes it true stand out. Every school should take a page from Primoris's book. Highly recommended!... Read 12 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 118

• Student-teacher ratio 3:1

• Tarrytown, NY•

• Private School•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.28 out of 5  79 reviews

Alum: 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 readiness. That being said, near-college level stress on children definitely creates a stress-inducing atmosphere. While this may be perceived as preparing kids for the real world, providing few mental health resources and being in the predominantly white, affluent bubble of Hackley does anything but that. 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 considering Hackley (particularly families of color or little financial means) know that the adjustment may take a toll on your student.... Read 79 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 855

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• New York City Geographic District No. 2, NY•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.1 out of 5  1,161 reviews

Sophomore: Stuyvesant is a school that expects students to work their hardest. That being said, there is a lot of independency: if you need help, you are expected to reach out to the teachers or seek out help yourself. Generally, the teachers are looking out for you, with some exceptions, but you are the person that determines how well you do in school. Outside the 10 classes, Stuyvesant offers a wide range of extracurriculars that each have a supportive community in each. For instance, the annual SING! shows are where you can meet a variety of people who share your interests and make friends. Basically, Stuyvesant is a good school with a supportive community that expects independence and hard work from its students.... Read 1,161 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 3,304

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Locust Valley, NY•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.36 out of 5  94 reviews

Parent: We have a rising Kindergartener, who finished his first year at Friends in Pre-K. As a parent, and an educational professional, I personally could not have designed a better experience for my son, especially during the COVID-related shut down. We initially chose Friends for our son because we wanted more for him; we wanted him to learn through experience, to develop thoughts of his own and more importantly to be part of a community that subscribed to similar values as ours. Our son’s first year was FANTASTIC! Notably, while everyone was scrambling to figure things out when the State shut down, our son was being educated and supported in a way that was developmentally appropriate, fun and responsive. The transition to virtual school was so seamless, that it seemed like it was planned for (it might have been). More importantly, the teachers were open and responsive to feedback, and continued to tweak the new modality regularly. We are looking forward to many more years at Friends!... Read 94 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 706

• Student-teacher ratio 5:1

• Locust Valley, NY•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.64 out of 5  55 reviews

Parent: I have two boys thriving here and sad on Saturdays when school is closed! Portledge gave our family a second home. It is a genuinely inclusive, nurturing, and inspiring academic environment with a robust future-forward curriculum offering incredible arts and athletics. We are a bi-racial family representing eight ethnicities. Social tolerance, respect, and integrity are not simply words here but put into practice. Students develop the skills, values, and courage to excel and face challenges. Faculty and administration are supportive and dedicated, truly vested in doing everything possible to set their students up for success and equip them for our changing world. As a parent of a 9th grader (High School) and a 6th grader (Middle School), I can best describe the Portledge experience as a life-changing gift. This community is extraordinary. Portledge is piece of mind for any parent seeking a school where their child will challenged, mentored, motivated, nurtured, and celebrated.... Read 55 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 546

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Wayne, NJ•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  87 reviews

Parent: 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 enrolled in a highly ranked engineering college in New Jersey. 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 activities and safe environment. 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

• grade A+

• Students 426

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Monmouth County Vocational School District, NJ•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.92 out of 5  105 reviews

Senior: Choosing this high school was one of the best decisions of my life! From amazing teachers to peers that support and get along with each other, High Technology High School provided me with the best possible high school experience I could have asked for. The academics are rigorous but manageable, and the clubs provide great opportunities to meet and become friends with others who share your interests. The hour long lunch in the middle of every day is a perfect time to get some extra studying done as well as generally hanging out with friends. I have met so many great people by going to this school, and I believe that I changed for the better having gone here over my home high school. There are people from every walk of life and by going to this school I was able to learn so much, not just from academics but also from my fellow students.... Read 105 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 287

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Stony Brook, NY•

• Private School•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 4.31 out of 5  78 reviews

Parent: 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 school each and every day! 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 tremendously both as a writer and reader. 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 off campus. 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 the greatness taking place. We are so thankful to have found The Stony Brook School!... Read 78 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 453

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1