Hunter College High School

Located in the Upper West Side, this independent school challenges students to think critically, engage thoughtfully with diverse ideas, and consider how they'll use their education to serve others—rooted in the belief that learning deeply matters both for its own sake and for the health of democracy.

N-12. An educational institution committed to and known for academic excellence. What makes Heschel unique is its profound respect and concern for the whole child, the integration of disciplines and an emphasis on the development of critical thinking skills, all in an atmosphere infused with joy.

Nestled in Ansonia, this independent school serves grades 4–12 with a specialized focus on students balancing serious pursuits in performance, visual arts, modeling, or athletics. The curriculum flexes around your schedule while maintaining rigorous academics and mentorship, creating a supportive community where artistic and athletic ambitions thrive alongside traditional learning.

At this Upper West Side institution, rigorous academics blend seamlessly with creative Judaic and secular studies, fostering individual growth within a supportive community where every student thrives at their own level.

Nestled on a historic Upper West Side campus, this boys' school cultivates intellectual curiosity and character through rigorous academics, creative pursuits, and athletic excellence in an intentionally designed learning environment. A vibrant, diverse community of young men develops here—prepared to think critically and contribute meaningfully to the world.

N-12. Founded in 1896, The Calhoun School is a progressive, coeducational, college preparatory school for students in early childhood through twelfth grade. The school is accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) and the New York State Education Department.

Located in Manhattan's Lincoln Center neighborhood, this college preparatory school serves grades 6-12 with a rigorous curriculum, integrated technology, and a 100% college acceptance rate. Students can pursue competitive athletics through ISAL and GISAL leagues, plus diverse clubs and alternative sports like fencing and horseback riding.

This independent K-12 school on the Upper East Side combines rigorous academics with personalized attention through small classes across three divisions. A balanced liberal arts curriculum fosters intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration in a community that values both tradition and innovation.

This Upper East Side institution blends Italian language and culture into a rigorous academic curriculum for grades N-12, creating a bilingual learning community rooted in European educational traditions. Students experience immersive instruction across subjects while developing fluency in Italian alongside English.

Located on Manhattan's Upper East Side, this independent Catholic preparatory school for girls emphasizes academic excellence, personal growth, and global citizenship within a welcoming, diverse community.

K-12. Within a warm façade that blends into the museums and townhouses of Manhattan's Upper East Side, the young women of The Hewitt School are the center of an educational program that encourages independent thought and creativity. Athletics to arts, languages to laboratories, music to math: a balanced, healthy, and comprehensive environment.

A tuition-free Jesuit high school where talented students from across the New York area pursue rigorous academics and develop into thoughtful leaders. Rooted in the belief that financial need shouldn't limit opportunity, Regis prepares graduates for college and meaningful impact in their communities.

K-8. A vibrant and growing school committed to the principle that the most meaningful and successful learning happens when students are active learners. Award-winning excellence and commitment to Jewish values combine with a warm community spirit to make the Solomon Schechter School of Manhattan an extraordinary place for children to learn, and for their families to learn along with them.

An independent Upper East Side school where the Waldorf approach brings academics, creativity, and artistic practice together, cultivating thoughtful students prepared for college and beyond.

This Manhattan high school brings together nearly 1,500 students from around the world to learn in an internationally focused, multilingual environment. Founded by UN families in 1947, UNIS emphasizes global citizenship through rigorous academics and instruction in eight languages alongside English.

This private high school on the Upper East Side specializes in personalized education with small classes capped at 10 students, allowing teens to learn at their own pace with customized curricula and one-on-one tutoring support.

Cathedral High School, a Catholic college preparatory school of the Archdiocese of New York located in the heart of Manhattan, welcomes young women of all faiths and cultures. We are a community of students, teachers, staff and parents committed to excellence in education, as well as the continued growth of our students in religious maturity, moral integrity and a sense of social justice.

An independent day school that provides a continuous coeducational program for boys and girls from pre-kindergarten through grade twelve. The school is located on two wooded campuses in the northwest corner of New York City.