Is ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL a good school?

Published quality ratings aren't available for ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Upper West Side (Central).

What grades does ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL serve?

ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.

How do students get into ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL?

ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.

Is ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL public, charter, or private?

ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL is a private school.

What neighborhood is ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL in?

ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL is in Upper West Side (Central), Manhattan.

ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL

At a Glance

An Intimate Nonsectarian Elementary on the Upper West Side

Best suited for

Families seeking an intimate, progressive elementary experience on the Upper West Side who prioritize small class sizes and a diverse community over extensive extracurricular programming. Ideal for parents who want their children known deeply by every teacher — not just by name, but as individuals.

What stands out

3:1 student-teacher ratio — among the lowest in the city, meaning exceptionally small classes
Total enrollment of just 43 students creates an intimate, family-like atmosphere
Diversity index of 0.87 — significantly more diverse than typical Manhattan private schools
Nonsectarian progressive approach without religious affiliation
Grades PK-5 under one roof allowing older students to mentor younger ones

Things to consider

Very small school may not offer the same breadth of extracurriculars as larger institutions
Total student body (43) is smaller than many individual classrooms at other schools — this is genuinely tiny
No tuition or financial aid data available — budget accordingly
At this size, the school's culture is heavily influenced by whatever families enroll each year

IdentityThis Is A Small-By-Design School That Prioritizes Close Student-Teacher Relationships And Individualized Attention. Being Nonsectarian Means There'S No Religious Curriculum Or Affiliation — The Focus Is Purely On Academics And Social-Emotional Development Within A Progressive Educational Framework.

A nonsectarian progressive elementary with an extraordinarily low 3:1 student-teacher ratio and total enrollment of 43 students across pre-k through 5th grade.

CommunityHomogeneous

With a diversity index of 0.87, this school has one of the most diverse student bodies in the city. The breakdown is fairly even: Black students (30%), White students (26%), Asian students (23%), Hispanic students (14%), with smaller multiracial and Native American populations.

NeighborhoodUpper West Side (Central)

The Upper West Side is one of Manhattan's most family-oriented neighborhoods, with a family density score of 98 out of 100. You'll find Central Park at your doorstep, excellent restaurants, and strong community resources. The transit score of 91 reflects easy access to the subway.

Highly walkable neighborhood with easy access to Central Park — ideal for families who want their children in a pedestrian-friendly, suburban-feeling Manhattan environment.

Notable Programs

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What Parents Are Saying

Parents describe the school as a wonderful hidden treasure and best kept secret on the Upper West Side; praise talented dedicated teachers, small class sizes allowing individualized attention, safe and nurturing environment, strong academics, robust programs, and exceptional diversity

Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL a good school?: Published quality ratings aren't available for ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades Pre-K to 5 in Upper West Side (Central).
What grades does ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL serve?: ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL serves grades Pre-K to 5.
How do students get into ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL?: ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
Is ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL public, charter, or private?: ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL is a private school.
What neighborhood is ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL in?: ALEXANDER ROBERTSON SCHOOL is in Upper West Side (Central), Manhattan.

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