Top 20 Best Westchester County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 111 private schools serving 27,809 students in Westchester County, NY (there are 251 public schools, serving 141,044 public students). 16% of all K-12 students in Westchester County, NY are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in Westchester County, NY include Rye Country Day School, Iona Preparatory School and Hackley School.
The average tuition cost is $22,008, which is higher than the New York private school average tuition cost of $21,478.
50% of private schools in Westchester County, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Top Ranked Westchester County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Archbishop Stepinac High School
Archbishop Stepinac High School Photo
All-boys (Catholic)
950 Mamaroneck Ave
White Plains, NY 10605
(914) 946-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 807 students
The Chapel School
The Chapel School Photo - The Chapel School's small class sizes ... max 14 in preschool, 18 in K-5 and 16 in middle school ... provide opportunities for personal, individualized instruction and a strong sense of community!
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(3)
172 White Plains Road
Bronxville, NY 10708
(914) 337-3202
Grades: NS-8
| 229 students
EF Academy New York
EF Academy New York Photo - EF Academy New York hosts 400 students from over 60 different countries including the United States.
(9)
582 Columbus Avenue
Thornwood, NY 10594
(914) 495-6028
Grades: 9-12
| 426 students
Immaculate Conception School
Immaculate Conception School Photo - Immaculate Conception School is a Catholic elementary school that provides a strong faith-based foundation and a focus on academic excellence for students from PreK-3 through 8th grade. ICS is committed to the spiritual and personal development of the whole child through education, prayer, and service.
(Catholic)
(20)
53 Winter Hill Rd
Tuckahoe, NY 10707
(914) 961-3785
Grades: PK-8
| 251 students
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
201 Boulevard
Scarsdale, NY 10583
(914) 723-5608
Grades: PK-8
| 287 students
Iona Preparatory School
Iona Preparatory School Photo
All-boys (Catholic)
(1)
255 Wilmot Road
New Rochelle, NY 10804
(914) 632-0714
Grades: PK-12
| 901 students
Fusion Academy Westchester
Fusion Academy Westchester Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.
Alternative School
1 North Broadway, Suite 120
White Plains, NY 10601
(877) 673-8893
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Maryel School of New York
Maryel School of New York Photo
(7)
2405 Crompond Road
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
(914) 875-3128
Grades: NS-5
| 61 students
Sacred Heart School
Sacred Heart School Photo - 8th Graders, Class of 2024 with Patrick the Pelican, our school mascot.
(Catholic)
59 Wilson St
Hartsdale, NY 10530
(914) 946-7242
Grades: PK-8
| 154 students
Westchester School For Special Children
Special Education School
(1)
45 Park Ave
Yonkers, NY 10703
(914) 376-4300
Grades: Inquire with school
| 169 students
Annunciation School
(Catholic)
(1)
465 Westchester Ave
Tuckahoe, NY 10707
(914) 337-8760
Grades: PK-8
| 451 students
The Biondi School
Special Education School
463 Hawthorne Ave
Yonkers, NY 10705
(914) 375-8947
Grades: K-12
| 337 students
French-American School of New York
French-American School of New York Photo - FASNY's track record of 100% college acceptance and 100% baccalaureate success places us among the top French-American schools in North America, while our International Baccalaureate Program has been ranked among the best in the United States.
Special Program Emphasis
320 East Boston Post Road
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
(914) 250-0401
Grades: NS-12
| 748 students
50 Partridge Road
White Plains, NY 10605
(914) 948-6513
Grades: PK-12
| 409 students
Hackley School
293 Benedict Avenue
Tarrytown, NY 10591
(914) 366-2642
Grades: K-12
| 840 students
The Harvey School
The Harvey School Photo
(12)
260 Jay St
Katonah, NY 10536
(914) 232-3161
Grades: 6-12
| 370 students
Iona Preparatory Lower School
Iona Preparatory Lower School Photo - Iona Preparatory School K-12 - Where Leaders Are Made
All-boys (Catholic)
(1)
173 Stratton Rd
New Rochelle, NY 10804
(914) 633-7744
Grades: PK-8
| 196 students
John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School
John F Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School Photo - John F. Kennedy Catholic Preparatory School is Northern Westchester`s premiere college-preparatory school serving young people from the region. Kennedy Catholic follows a rigorous Regents curriculum while also training students in the sound doctrine of Catholic faith-a combination that makes students well-prepared not only for college, but also for a successful life. Kennedy Catholic offers academics, fine arts, and athletics.
(Catholic)
(1)
54 Route 138
Somers, NY 10589
(914) 232-5062
Grades: 6-12
| 659 students
The Karafin School
Special Education School
40 Radio Circle Drive, Suite 1
Mount Kisco, NY 10549
(914) 666-9211
Grades: 9-12
| 76 students
3 College Rd
Purchase, NY 10577
(914) 694-4825
Grades: 9-12
| 353 students
Le Sallay Discovery
Alternative School
105, Morningside Dr.
Croton On Hudson, NY 10520
(408) 256-1406
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
The Leffell School
The Leffell School Photo
(Jewish)
(1)
555 West Hartsdale Avenue
Hartsdale, NY 10530
(914) 948-8333
Grades: K-12
| 824 students
Maria Regina High School
Maria Regina High School Photo
All-girls (Catholic)
(1)
500 W Hartsdale Ave
Hartsdale, NY 10530
(914) 761-3300
Grades: 9-12
| 475 students
The Masters School
The Masters School Photo - The Masters School, located on a sprawling, 96-acre campus near the Hudson river, was founded in 1877.
(2)
49 Clinton Avenue
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
(914) 479-6400
Grades: 5-12
| 688 students
Our Lady Of Victory School
(Catholic)
38 N 5th Ave
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 667-4063
Grades: NS-8
| 362 students
Rippowam Cisqua School
Rippowam Cisqua School Photo - Our dedicated Upper Campus faculty are middle school experts, and our program and facilities are tailored to inspire students to reach their full capacity as learners and as individuals. Our program values original thought and exploration and seeks to achieve balance between freedom and structure, innovation and tradition.
(13)
439 Cantitoe Street
Bedford, NY 10506
(914) 244-1205
Grades: PK-9
| 388 students
Rye Country Day School
Rye Country Day School Photo - Rye Country Day School was founded in 1869. The School is a coed, college preparatory school serving students in Pre-Kindergarten - Grade 12.
(1)
3 Cedar St
Rye, NY 10580
(914) 967-1417
Grades: PK-12
| 957 students
St. Augustine School
(Catholic)
Eagle Park Route 9
Ossining, NY 10562
(914) 941-3849
Grades: PK-8
| 429 students
St. Columbanus School
(Catholic)
122 Oregon Rd
Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
(914) 739-1200
Grades: PK-8
| 222 students
St. John's Preparatory School
(Catholic)
2121 Crescent St
Mount Vernon, NY 10552
(718) 721-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 633 students
Salesian High School
Salesian High School Photo
All-boys (Catholic)
148 E Main St
New Rochelle, NY 10801
(914) 632-0248
Grades: 9-12
| 348 students
School of the Holy Child
School of the Holy Child Photo
(Catholic)
(10)
2225 Westchester Avenue
Rye, NY 10580
(914) 967-5622
Grades: 5-12
| 358 students
30 Dellwood Rd
White Plains, NY 10605
(914) 948-8333
Grades: K-12
| 741 students
Ss John & Paul School
(Catholic)
280 Weaver St
Larchmont, NY 10538
(914) 834-6332
Grades: PK-8
| 336 students
Thornton-donovan School
Alternative School
(1)
100 Overlook Cir
New Rochelle, NY 10804
(914) 632-8836
Grades: K-12
| 153 students
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Westchester County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
920 1st St
Peekskill, NY 10566
(914) 737-0680
Grades: K-9
| 229 students
24 Maple Avenue
New Rochelle, NY 10801
(914) 632-0511
Grades: PK-8
| 154 students
24 Shea Pl
New Rochelle, NY 10801
(914) 632-2595
Grades: 9-12
| 235 students
100 Mount Joy Place
New Rochelle, NY 10801
(914) 632-3810
Grades: PK-8
| 149 students
2 Broadway
Valhalla, NY 10595
(914) 948-1744
Grades: PK-8
| 145 students
18 Central Avenue
Port Chester, NY 10573
(914) 939-1021
Grades: PK-8
| 137 students
70 West Broad Street
Mount Vernon, NY 10552
(914) 667-3478
Grades: PK-4
| 145 students
Po Box 463
Montrose, NY 10548
(914) 736-1447
Grades: NS-1
| 36 students
138 Mayflower Ave
New Rochelle, NY 10801
(914) 966-1766
Grades: K-8
| 26 students
85 Linden Street
Yonkers, NY 10701
(914) 476-8888
Grades: PK-8
| 134 students
575 Fowler Ave
Pelham, NY 10803
(914) 738-5158
Grades: PK-8
| 150 students
71 Sharpe Blvd S
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
(914) 667-1734
Grades: K-9
| 286 students
45 Gainsborg Ave E
West Harrison, NY 10604
(914) 949-6986
Grades: K-9
| 91 students
73 Lawrence Street
Yonkers, NY 10705
(914) 963-3438
Grades: PK-8
| 144 students
1375 E Main St
Shrub Oak, NY 10588
(914) 528-3563
Grades: PK-8
| 201 students
146 Hamilton Avenue
White Plains, NY 10601
(914) 949-4374
Grades: PK-8
| 135 students
14 Croton Falls Road PO Box 719
Croton Falls, NY 10519
(914) 277-3783
Grades: PK-8
| 180 students
16 Villard Avenue
Hastings On Hudson, NY 10706
(914) 478-3343
Grades: PK-8
| 192 students
85 Palmer Avenue
Scarsdale, NY 10583
(914) 725-0541
Grades: PK-8
| 117 students
300 Dalmeny Rd
Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510
(914) 762-1050
Grades: PK-8
| 155 students
370 Underhill Avenue
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
(914) 962-2780
Grades: 6-12
| 64 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Westchester County, NY?
The top ranked private schools in Westchester County, NY include Rye Country Day School, Iona Preparatory School and Hackley School.
How many private schools are located in Westchester County, NY?
111 private schools are located in Westchester County, NY.
How much do private schools cost in Westchester County, NY?
The average tuition cost is $22,008, which is higher than the New York private school average tuition cost of $21,478.
How diverse are private schools in Westchester County, NY?
Westchester County, NY private schools are approximately 42% minority students, which is higher than the New York private school average of 40%.
What percentage of students in Westchester County, NY go to private school?
16% of all K-12 students in Westchester County, NY are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Westchester County, NY?
50% of private schools in Westchester County, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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