School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
A-
Matriculation
A-
Academics
B+
Extracurriculars
B+
Geo & Community
A-
Reviews
B+
Nichols School aim is to train minds, bodies and hearts for the work of life, and to carry into all we do the highest ideals of character and service.
At Nichols School, inspired teachers and students are committed to a quality standard of learning and achievement in all aspects of school life.
Our community strives to cultivate each student's sense of responsibility, compassion, honesty, and self-discipline.
Our goal is to produce confident and ethical young people equipped for the challenges of life.
We embrace and value our school's history and heritage. We also recognize the importance of adaptation and innovation as a means of preparing our students for the future.
We strive to create a community that reflects our region's neighborhoods and the wider world.
In this environment, our students develop habits of tolerance, understanding, and mutual respect.
At Nichols School, inspired teachers and students are committed to a quality standard of learning and achievement in all aspects of school life.
Our community strives to cultivate each student's sense of responsibility, compassion, honesty, and self-discipline.
Our goal is to produce confident and ethical young people equipped for the challenges of life.
We embrace and value our school's history and heritage. We also recognize the importance of adaptation and innovation as a means of preparing our students for the future.
We strive to create a community that reflects our region's neighborhoods and the wider world.
In this environment, our students develop habits of tolerance, understanding, and mutual respect.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$31,350
Enrollment
560
International Students
1.8%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
90%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
Endowment
$30 million
AP
28
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
26.5
Class Size
14
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2022-202022)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| Art #1 | School of the Art Institute of Chicago | 1 |
| #3 | Yale University | 1 |
| #7 | Johns Hopkins University | 2 |
| Parsons The New School for Design | 1 | |
| #7 | University of Pennsylvania | 1 |
| #10 | Northwestern University | 1 |
| #17 | Cornell University | 3 |
| #22 | Georgetown University | 1 |
| #25 | New York University | 1 |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2021)Number of students who took AP tests
169
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(28)|
Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Biology
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Chinese Language and Culture
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French Language and Culture
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Latin
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Spanish Language and Culture
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Spanish Literature and Culture
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Environmental Science
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Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Calculus AB
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Computer Science Principles
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Precalculus
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Statistics
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African American Studies
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European History
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Macroeconomics
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Psychology
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United States Government and Politics
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United States History
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World History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Music Theory
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Studio Art: 3-D Design
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Studio Art: Drawing
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Seminar
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Sports
(18)|
Athletics
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Crew
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Athletics
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Crew
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Cross Country
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Field Hockey
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Flag Football
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Football
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Golf
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Ice Hockey
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Lacrosse
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Sailing
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Soccer
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Softball
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Squash
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
(43)|
Advocates for Social Change
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Anti-Gravity Club - Climbing and Outdoors
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ASL Club
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Asian and Pacific Islanders Club
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Backgammon Society
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Black Student Union
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Advocates for Social Change
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Anti-Gravity Club - Climbing and Outdoors
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ASL Club
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Asian and Pacific Islanders Club
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Backgammon Society
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Black Student Union
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Career Club
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Chess Club
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Chinese Club
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Creative Writing Club
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Christian Club
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Classics Club
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Community Club
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Cosmic Ray Detector Club
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Crochet Club
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Environmental Club
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Fashion Design Club
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Film Club
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Football Club
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Free Draw
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French Club
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German Club
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Girl Up
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Gleaner
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Green Key
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Indigenous History of Lacrosse
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Investment Club
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Jewish Cultural Awareness Club
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Med Club
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Multiracial Affinity Group
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Pickleball Club
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Premier League Club
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Robotics
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SAGA
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Science and Society
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Sports Management Club
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Sports Media Club
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Star Wars
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Tea Club
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TEDx
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VITL
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World Building Club
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Yoga Club.
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Arts
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Acting
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Choir
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Dance
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Music
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Music Production
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Music Theory
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Acting
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Choir
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Dance
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Music
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Music Production
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Music Theory
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Songwriting
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Wind Symphony
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3D Design
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Digital Music
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Drawing
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Filmmaking
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Photography
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Video Production
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Art
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Design
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Nichols School
Tell me a bit about Nichols School.
Nichols School is Co-ed private day school located in New York, US. It was founded 1892 , and currently has about 560 students, 1.80% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.nicholsschool.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.nicholsschool.org.
Does Nichols School have rigorous academic requirements?
Nichols School is offering 28 AP courses.
Nichols School also have 90% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Nichols School also have 90% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Nichols School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 0% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0% go to top 25, and about 0% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Nichols School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Nichols School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Day Tuition for Nichols School?
The day tuition for Nichols School in 2024 is
$31,350 For international students, there are additional fees, such as student management fee and other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at nbarone@nicholsschool.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at nbarone@nicholsschool.org .
Where is Nichols School located?
Nichols School is located in the State of New York of USA.
How popular is Nichols School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Nichols School is among the most popular schools, within top 381 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Nichols School has been favorited by 39 users.
Also Nichols School has been favorited by 39 users.
How do I complete an application for Nichols School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Nichols School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Nichols School’s official site: http://www.nicholsschool.org or call them at 716-332-6300.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Nichols School’s official site: http://www.nicholsschool.org or call them at 716-332-6300.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Nichols School?
Yes, here are few:
Elmwood-franklin School, Holy Angels Academy High School and St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Nichols School?
The overall rating for Nichols School is A-.
The section ratings of Nichols School are:
A- for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Nichols School are:
A- for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews
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