At a Glance
An Exceptionally Small Private High School Where Every Student Is Known by Name
Students who flourish in small, intimate settings where being known by teachers is a plus rather than a pressure. Ideal for teens who might struggle in larger schools where they could disappear, or for families who prioritize individualized attention over breadth of programming. Best fit for students who are self-motivated and comfortable in close-knit communities — and for families who can manage the commute and tuition of an ultra-small Manhattan private school.
- Near-constant individual attention with a 4.9:1 student-teacher ratio — one of the lowest ratios in the city
- Tiny community of just 59 students means everyone knows everyone
- High diversity index (0.718) for a private school — more racially diverse than most peers
- Nonsectarian, progressive approach without religious affiliation
- Urban location offers access to Manhattan internships, cultural institutions, and professional networks
- Very small enrollment (roughly 15 students per grade) — this isn't a school with robust athletics, multiple AP classes, or a wide range of extracurriculars
- The intimate size isn't for everyone — some students need more anonymity or a larger peer group to feel comfortable
- High tuition is likely (typical for NYC private schools), and with such small classes, there's limited economies of scale
- Location in Midtown means less of the neighborhood school feel — it's more office-building environment
- With only 12 teachers total, course offerings may be more limited than at larger schools
A tiny nonsectarian private high school (grades 9-12) with an extraordinarily low student-teacher ratio, operating in Midtown Manhattan
The student body is notably diverse for a private school, with a diversity index of 0.718 — meaning there's meaningful representation across racial and ethnic groups. The breakdown shows White students as the largest group (55.9%), followed by Black students (25.4%), Multiracial students (11.9%), and smaller Asian (3.4%) and Hispanic (3.4%) populations. In a school of only 59 students, this translates to a genuinely mixed community.
The school sits in Midtown South, where the energy is distinctly urban and professional — think office towers, commuters, and the buzz of Manhattan's business core. Yet you're also walking distance from the more residential pockets of Chelsea and the Flatiron/Union Square corridor. It's a neighborhood that feels grown-up and city-centric.
Extremely walkable — you're in the heart of Manhattan where subways are plentiful and most errands can be handled on foot. Families considering this school should factor in commutes from outer boroughs or other parts of Manhattan, as traffic and distance can add significant travel time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is WINCHENDON SCHOOL-NYC a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for WINCHENDON SCHOOL-NYC yet on Motley. It's a private school serving grades 9 to 12 in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square.
- What grades does WINCHENDON SCHOOL-NYC serve?
- WINCHENDON SCHOOL-NYC serves grades 9 to 12.
- How do students get into WINCHENDON SCHOOL-NYC?
- WINCHENDON SCHOOL-NYC runs its own private admissions process — typically an application, a visit, and sometimes testing.
- Is WINCHENDON SCHOOL-NYC public, charter, or private?
- WINCHENDON SCHOOL-NYC is a private school.
- What neighborhood is WINCHENDON SCHOOL-NYC in?
- WINCHENDON SCHOOL-NYC is in Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square, Manhattan.
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