Brearley, an independent school for girls, was founded in 1884 to provide its students with a college-preparatory education equal in rigor to that of boys, and, in the words of our mission statement today, to prepare them for active responsible citizenship in a democratic society.
Within a highly articulated 13-year curriculum, and with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio, teaching methods are varied, flexible and pragmatic, taking into account individual patterns of development and ways of learning.
Our program is designed to challenge our eager, able students intellectually, and to give each one the opportunity to gain competence, self-reliance and self-knowledge through academic achievement as well as experience in the visual and performing arts, sports, community service and a wide variety of extracurricular activities.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The Brearley School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
762 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Melissa Cassis, Middle & Upper School
Admissions Associate
Winifred Mabley, Lower School
Sports
Total Sports Offered
13 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Brearley, an independent school for girls, was founded in 1884 to provide its students with a college-preparatory education equal in rigor to that of boys, and, in the words of our mission statement today, to prepare them for active responsible citizenship in a democratic society. Within a highly articulated 13-year curriculum, and with a 7:1 student-faculty ratio, teaching methods are varied, flexible and pragmatic, taking into account individual patterns of development and ways of learning. Our program is designed to challenge our eager, able students intellectually, and to give each one the opportunity to gain competence, self-reliance and self-knowledge through academic achievement as well as experience in the visual and performing arts, sports, community service and a wide variety of extracurricular activities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Brearley School often compared to?
The Brearley School is often viewed alongside schools like The Spence School by visitors of our site.
What sports does The Brearley School offer?
The Brearley School offers 13 interscholastic sports: Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. The Brearley School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is The Brearley School's ranking?
The Brearley School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for The Brearley School?
The application deadline for The Brearley School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school and elementary school to The Brearley School is The Chaplin School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Caedmon School (0.3 miles away)
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