At a Glance
A Small, Personal Nonsectarian School in the Heart of Greenwich Village
Best suited for
Families seeking a small, personal, nonsectarian high school experience in a walkable, family-dense Manhattan neighborhood — and parents who prioritize low student-teacher ratios over athletic facilities or school size. Best fit for students who thrive in intimate settings rather than large institutional environments.
What stands out
- 5:1 student-teacher ratio — unusually small for a Manhattan private school
- Located in Greenwich Village, one of the city's most desirable family neighborhoods
- Nonsectarian with progressive leanings — no religious curriculum
- Combined grades 9-12 provides continuity through high school
- Multiracial student body at 21.8% — notable for a Manhattan private school
Things to consider
- Tuition is not provided in the data — expect Manhattan private school costs ($50,000+)
- The student body is majority white (61%) — less diverse than the city itself
- No religious affiliation means no spiritual community if that's important to your family
- Small school size may mean fewer athletic teams or extracurricular options than larger institutions
Identity
A nonsectarian private school with a 5:1 student-teacher ratio — this is small and personal, the kind of place where a ninth grader isn't just a face in a hallway. The school was founded with ties to Grace Church but operates independently as a nonsectarian institution.
Community
The student body is predominantly white (61%) with meaningful multiracial representation (21.8%). Asian students make up 6.7%, Black students 7.2%, and Hispanic students 3.3%. The diversity index of 0.6346 indicates moderate diversity — more diverse than many Manhattan private schools but still lopsided toward white students.
Neighborhood
Greenwich Village is one of NYC's most family-friendly and culturally rich neighborhoods. With a family density score of 96/100, you'll see strollers on sidewalks, kids in local playgrounds, and a strong sense of community among long-term residents and newcomers alike. The neighborhood offers historic brownstones, Washington Square Park, and easy access to subway lines.
Exceptional — this is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Manhattan, with grocery stores, cafes, and services all within a few blocks. Families can realistically go car-free.
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What Parents Are Saying
Mixed reviews: parents praise academic excellence and community, while some note competitive culture, heavy workload, and administrative disconnect. Niche rating 4.2/5 with 47 reviews.
Synthesized from public parent reviews · Apr 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades 9 to 12 in Greenwich Village.
- What grades does GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL serve?
- GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL serves grades 9 to 12.
- How do students get into GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL?
- GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL public, charter, or private?
- GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL is a private school.
- What neighborhood is GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL in?
- GRACE CHURCH HIGH SCHOOL is in Greenwich Village, Manhattan.