LORGE SCHOOL

Families who want a small, values-driven elementary school where their child will be known by name — particularly those whose kids benefit from a more individualized, supportive setting, or who specifically want a school that embraces students with diverse learning needs.

• Very small by Manhattan standards (92 students) with a 7:1 student-teacher ratio, so every child is genuinely known.
• A substantive special education inclusion focus — the school formally serves students with learning disabilities, emotional disturbances, and other health impairments alongside general education peers.
• Arts are baked into the program, with both art and dance as named offerings.
• A values-explicit philosophy that names character, virtue, and civic responsibility alongside academics, not just as a tagline.
• Rolling admissions and a flat $25,000 tuition take some of the pressure off the typical Manhattan private school application cycle.

• At 92 students across PK–5, grade-level cohorts are very small — older elementary years may feel especially tight socially.
• Public parent review data is limited, so families should visit in person and talk to current parents directly.
• Because of the special education focus, families should confirm the program and supports match their child's profile before applying.
• Tuition is reasonable by Manhattan private school standards, but $25,000 is still a significant family commitment.
• The student body is racially distinct from the surrounding neighborhood — a strength for families seeking that intentional community, but worth noting up front.