Alexander Robertson School (Closed 2025)

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Alexander Robertson School (Closed 2025)

3 West 95th Street
New York, NY 10025

Alexander Robertson School, established in 1789, is a co-educational independent school serving students in Junior-Kindergarten through 5th Grade.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-5

Year Founded

1789

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

71 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

58%

State avg.: 39%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

21 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

3:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

95%

Average Class Size

10 students

List of Courses Offered

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Dark blue and white

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$36,500

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Financial aid available

% on Financial Aid

65%

Admissions Director

Alyssa Shapiro

Application URL

School Notes

ARS combines a traditional daily structure of scheduled academics and enrichment classes presented within an innovative, creative and fun teaching framework. We emphasize excellence in academics while placing equal emphasis on exposing children to the arts, ethics and physical education. We teach children to think critically, explore their creativity, and reason logically, stressing the value of both individual learning and collaboration.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Alexander Robertson School cost?

Alexander Robertson School's tuition is approximately $36,500 for private students and $700 for summer students.

When is the application deadline for Alexander Robertson School?

The application deadline for Alexander Robertson School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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