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The Knox School

  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Boarding
  • 6-12
  • St. James, NY
  • 26 reviews
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    With the many challenges that we have faced over the past several months, The Knox School would like to thank you for your unwavering support and commitment. Our administration team has worked tirelessly during this time to develop a reopening plan that provides the highest level of safety and guaranteed learning for all students. Today, we are happy to share these plans with you. Learn More

    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A minus
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Sports
      B minus
    knoxschool.org
    (631) 686-1600
    541 Long Beach Road
    St. James, NY 11780
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    About The Knox School...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $150
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    SSAT, TOEFL

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $25,000
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
    $60,000
    Received Financial Aid
    Average Financial Aid
    From The Knox School

    THE KNOX SCHOOL is a progressive, co-educational, independent, college preparatory boarding and day school located on 40 acres of serene waterfront property in St. James, on the North Shore of Long Island, New York. Just minutes from Manhattan, our small yet diverse student body represents more than 15 countries and attracts students from local Long Island communities, the New York tri-state area, and across the U.S.

    Founded in 1904, The Knox School’s inclusive environment serves grades 6-12 and Post-Graduate, providing students with a broad world perspective and a wide range of skills to prepare them for the next phase of their journeys. In addition to superior college-preparatory academics, Knox provides a well-rounded extracurricular life with student interest-driven clubs, a historic Equestrian program, elite athletics including rowing, soccer & basketball, and a robust Visual & Performing Arts curriculum.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1250
    18 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    12 responses
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    College Equivalency Program

    The Knox School is pleased to announce that we will offer college-level courses within select disciplines. Partnering with Stony Brook University’s ACE Programs (Accelerated College Education) & Suffolk County Community College’s Beacon Program, qualified students take college courses at The Knox School during their regular school hours, while simultaneously working toward high school graduation.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    75%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 4 responses
    Poll
    75%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 4 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 6 responses
    • Team Choosing Gym Night Lantern Parade Senior Sing
      67%
    • Spirit Week
      17%
    • You can't do anything without getting in trouble
      17%

    Boarding

    Students Boarding
    52%
    Boarding Days Per Week
    5-day, 7-day
    Top Countries
    China, Russian Federation, Serbia, Spain, Viet Nam
    International Boarding Students
    37%
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    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    142
    40%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 5 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 5 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 5 responses
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    5:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 6 responses
    Poll
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 6 responses
    Poll
    100%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 6 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    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. 4 responses
    50%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 4 responses
    100%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 4 responses

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