With over 140 years of experience in educating boys, we are experts in applying the highest standard of educational insights and tools to understand how each boy learns.
Allen-Stevenson's curriculum cultivates our boys` unique energies and interests as they develop over time, allowing students to experience deeper learning and greater academic success.
Our visionary faculty challenge students and one another to excel in the pursuit of growth and knowledge, inspiring boys to take thoughtful risks academically, athletically, and artistically. Faculty provide daily structure and integrated resources to fuel curiosity and connect learning across departments and disciplines.
Furthermore, we recognize that boys are relational learners benefitting both academically and personally from meaningful teacher-student relationships and a connected parent-teacher community.
Our graduates, as a result, are confident, self-aware, compassionate, grounded, and prepared to excel in high school and beyond.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Yearly Tuition: $59,200
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 1 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Allen-Stevenson School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1883
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
386 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
50%
Average Class Size
15 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants, jacket, and tie
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$59,200
% on Financial Aid
18%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$36,612
Admissions Director
Devin LaSane
Admissions Associate
Karen Schwartz
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Affinity Groups, Community Service Elective, Odyssey of the Mind, Robotics Club, Student Council, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Alligator Soup After School Program, Chorus, Instrumental Lessons, Orchestra, Theater Program, Theater Tech
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Soccer in Spanish
Affinity Groups, Community Service Elective, Odyssey of the Mind, Robotics Club, Student Council, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Alligator Soup After School Program, Chorus, Instrumental Lessons, Orchestra, Theater Program, Theater Tech
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Soccer in Spanish
School Notes
- Since its founding in 1883, Allen-Stevenson has been dedicated to providing the very best elementary education for boys growing up in New York City.
- Allen-Stevenson's distinctive enlightened traditional approach educates boys to become scholars and gentlemen.
- In the belief that there are many ways to be a boy, the School offers an ongoing commitment to each student and uses the best insights and tools available to understand him as a whole person.
- We inspire in each boy an appreciation of responsible citizenship and a lifelong love of learning.
- Allen-Stevenson's vigorous, pre-secondary program of academics, athletics, and the arts teaches boys to value the gratifying process by which excellence is attained.
- By creating a joyful, safe environment for learning, the School seeks to ensure a productive, diverse community of learners.
- We challenge our students to take suitable risks, learn from their mistakes, and support each other.
- Ultimately, we encourage boys to move through life strongly and rightly with confidence, knowledge, enthusiasm, resilience, and respect for all.
- At Allen-Stevenson we inspire boys to become thoughtful, responsible, generous, respectful, studious, enthusiastic, determined, creative, and good.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Allen-Stevenson School cost?
Allen-Stevenson School's tuition is approximately $59,200 for private students.
What schools are Allen-Stevenson School often compared to?
Allen-Stevenson School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Bernards School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Allen-Stevenson School offer?
Allen-Stevenson School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Track and Field and Wrestling.
What is Allen-Stevenson School's ranking?
Allen-Stevenson School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Allen-Stevenson School?
The application deadline for Allen-Stevenson School is Dec. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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