The Smith School
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Overview
Educational philosophy
Traditional / AcademicPrograms offered
K+
Annual tuition
$45K – $48K / yr
School continues
Through Grade 12
Student-teacher ratio
3:1
Total students
~40
Financial aid
Aid: $Sibling & legacy
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The Smith School is a small, fully accredited independent day school on the Upper West Side serving grades 7-12, founded in 1990. With intentionally small classes and a roughly 3:1 student-teacher ratio, it delivers a college-preparatory academic program paired with individualized, multi-sensory instruction and on-site clinical support for students who thrive in a structured, nurturing setting. It specializes in students managing learning and emotional differences such as ADHD, anxiety, and school refusal, and about 95% of graduates continue to higher education.
Programs & Schedule
| Schedule option | Tuition / yr |
|---|---|
| Full-Day 8:15am-4pm | $45,000 |
| Full-Day 8:15am-4pm | $47,000 |
| Full-Day 8:15am-4pm | $47,500 |
This school continues through Grade 12. Enrolled students progress without reapplying.
Admissions
This school enrolls on a rolling basis year-round (subject to availability and waitlists). There is no fixed application deadline — reach out to the school directly to check for current openings.
Leadership
Allison Kellner; Brendan Klages
Culture & Community
A fully accredited, coeducational independent day school (founded 1990 by Karen Smith) serving students in grades 7-12 with intentionally small classes and individualized, multi-sensory instruction. Specializes in students who benefit from a small, structured environment and academic scaffolding, including those managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, or school refusal. Blends grade-level college-preparatory academics with social, emotional, and executive-functioning support and on-site clinical services (counseling, speech/language, literacy).
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