2026 FindingSchool US Private Boarding School Ranking

New York

FindingSchool presents the 2026 edition of its authoritative ranking of American private boarding schools, covering 253 schools. Sub-rankings for boys’ schools, girls’ schools, military schools, and arts schools are also included.

Our evaluation system is based on six key dimensions: Academics, College Matriculation, Extracurricular Activities, Location & Community, FS Reviews, and Asian Student Management. This comprehensive approach provides families with a clear understanding of each school’s strengths and offers trusted guidance for making informed school choices.

Total 17 schools

Emma Willard School

A+ New York

All-girls $80,495 355 9-12

The Stony Brook School

A+ 5.0 (1 Reviews) New York

Co-ed $76,700 478 7-12

Millbrook School

A New York

Co-ed $84,500 330 9-12

The Masters School

A 5.0 (7 Reviews) New York

Co-ed $83,350 685 9-12

The Storm King School

A- New York

Co-ed $76,900 180 8-12

The Knox School

A- New York

Co-ed $60,000 130 6-12

Hoosac School

A- New York

Co-ed $67,500 250 8-12, PG

Trinity-Pawling School

A- 5.0 (5 Reviews) New York

All-boys $79,250 265 8-12, PG

Ross School

A- New York

Co-ed $94,350 320 6-12, PG

#10

Buffalo Seminary

A- New York

All-girls $69,870 150 9-12

#11

Long Island Lutheran Middle & High School

B+ New York

Co-ed $63,000 455 6-12

#12

The Harvey School

B+ New York

Co-ed $75,180 283 6-12

#13

Oakwood Friends School

B New York

Co-ed $82,890 106 8-12

#14

EF Academy New York

B New York

Co-ed $76,600 273 9-12

#15

Northwood School

B New York

Co-ed $74,500 195 9-12, PG

#16

Houghton Academy

B- New York

Co-ed $42,000 120 7-12

#17

Darrow School

B- New York

Co-ed $68,200 102 9-12