At The Ecole, we instill in our students the lifetime benefits of a bilingual education, empowering them to create and connect to a world filled with possibilities. Located in New York`s vibrant Flatiron District, our intimate and independent French-American school cultivates an internationally-minded community of students. From Maternelle to Middle School, we artfully blend the best of the French and American educational systems, gifting our students with deep academic bi-literacy, whole-child skills and knowledge, and an optimistic, multi-cultural perspective.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked NY School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Yearly Tuition: $44,600
- Acceptance rate: 36%
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 21 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
The École ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
Sports offered
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Dual Language Immersion Program
Secondary Immersion Language
Other
Year Founded
2009
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
358 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
17 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
There are both formal and casual uniform options.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 21 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$44,600
Tuition Notes
The cost for Pre-Nursery and Nursery is $43,000 and for PK-8th, it is $44,600.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$19,700
Acceptance Rate
36%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Mireille Desalm
Sports
Total Sports Offered
14 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
chess, Debate, Knitting, Soccer Team, Theatre Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Guitar Lessons, Piano Lessons, Violin Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Tennis Lessons, Yoga
chess, Debate, Knitting, Soccer Team, Theatre Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir, Guitar Lessons, Piano Lessons, Violin Lessons
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Cheerleading, Tennis Lessons, Yoga
School Notes
- At The Ecole, we believe that the goal of education is to develop well-informed, well-rounded, responsible, and compassionate students who can create and connect to a world filled with possibilities. This belief is at the heart of our uniquely designed bilingual program, in which students learn not just to speak, read, and write in two languages but also to think, feel, and act in ways that are informed by two cultures. To always see, explore, and understand the world around them from two perspectives is the gift of the deeply bi-literate student.
- Artfully blending the curriculum requirements and pedagogical approaches of the French and American systems, our native-speaking faculty create rich academic environments for a diverse, international student body. From Maternelle through MiddleSchool, students at The Ecole are guided through the core language arts, social studies, math, and sciences content, as well as character and cultural enrichment in both French and English for all subjects.In our intimate classroom settings or out in New York City`s many artistic and historical institutions, using traditional and technology-based techniques, our teachers aspire to provide individual and group bilingual learning opportunities that engage, challenge, and inspire.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The École cost?
The École's tuition is approximately $44,600 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The École?
The acceptance rate of The École is 36%, which is lower than the national average of 79%. The École's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.
Does The École offer a summer program?
Yes, The École offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does The École offer?
The École offers 14 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Dance, Fencing, Football, Gymnastics, Indoor Soccer, Martial Arts, Paddle Tennis, Rugby, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball. The École is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is The École's ranking?
The École ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for The École?
The application deadline for The École is Jan. 21 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 21 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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