The Harley School (Top Ranked Private School for 2024-25)

1981 Clover Street
Rochester, NY 14618

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The Harley School Photo #1 - Class outside at The Harley School.

The Harley School Photo #3 - Rooted in the progressive tradition, The Harley School offers an innovative and demanding program with a balanced emphasis on academic disciplines, the arts, and project-based experiential learning for Nursery to Grade 12 students.

The Harley School Photo #4 - The Commons is the first PreK-12 education space in the country to offer students multiple dimensions of education around creating a sustainable future. A 15,000-square-foot recycled Western NY barn, the structure earns its status as a "living building" because it generates its own energy, heating and cooling with renewable nontoxic resources.

The Harley School Photo #5 - The Commons includes a workshop and makerspace dedicated to hands on learning. Used by classes across all three divisions, these spaces allow for creative projects based on design thinking principles.

The Harley School Photo #6 - Apiary at The Harley School. Students participate in honey production and sale.

The Harley School Photo #7 - Joy in Learning. The Harley School's Nursery program begins at age 3 and is focused on school readiness and creating a positive foundation for learning.

The Harley School Photo #8 - HAC Athletics, NYSPHSAA Section V. Every student is encouraged to participate in a sport and HAC athletics provides opportunities at 3 different levels: modified, junior varsity, and varsity. When interscholastic competition begins in Middle School, our teams are all-inclusive, so every student who wants to play can be part of the team.

The Harley School Photo #9 - Harley's state of the art facilities include the 27,000 s.f. Sands-Stern Study Center; Robin Lehman Center for Visual Arts, including a glassblowing studio and student studio space; The Commons Sustainability Center, including science classrooms, Briggs Center for Civic Engagement, and the Center for Mindfulness and Empathy Education; tennis courts (three indoor and four outdoor), swimming pool, and theatre.

The Harley School Photo #10 - College acceptances in the past five years include: Brown University, Bryn Mawr College, Carnegie Mellon University, Cornell University, Duke University, Johns Hopkins University, New York University, Stanford University, Swarthmore College, Wellesley College, Williams College, Yale University, and more.

Founded in 1917, The Harley School is a college preparatory, independent day school.

A diverse, inclusive community, Harley is coeducational and nonsectarian.

We provide a balanced education that inspires academic excellence, encourages joy in learning, and promotes intellectual and physical fitness.

We value respectful discourse, collaborative learning, and service to others. Financial aid, wrap care, and transportation are available.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 525 students
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Harley School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Offers Post-Graduate Year

Yes

Year Founded

1917

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

525 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 40%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

79 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

100%

Average Class Size

8 students

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

Advanced Courses

Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, English Literature & Composition, French Language & Culture, Microeconomics, Physics 1, Physics C: Mechanics, Spanish Language & Culture, Statistics, Studio Art: 2D Design, Studio Art: 3D Design, Studio Art: Drawing, Studio Art: Drawing, U.S. Government & Politics, U.S. History

Average SAT score

1329

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade level ($17,600- $28,400). Acorn and Grants and financial assistance available. Please contact The Harley School for details.

% on Financial Aid

45%

Admissions Director

Kirsten Reader

Admissions Associate

Cheryl Skiba

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

30 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:
advocacy clubs, chess, community service, debate, design thinking, gardening, hospice, internships, literary magazine, newspaper, robotics, student council, yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:
acting, ceramic wheelworking, choir, digital filmmaking, digital graphic design, drama production, glass making, improv, jazz band, jewelry making, music lessons, musical production, pottery, strings ensemble, women's choir

Recreational Athletic Programs:
intramural sports, ski club

School Notes

Student-to-teacher ratio 1:7; devoted faculty with an average tenure of 17 years.
25 acre campus with state-of-the art facilities.
27,000 square foot Academic Center, including the Lehman Center for the Visual Arts and Glass Studio.
The Commons, the first preK-12 education space in the country to include multiple dimensions of education for a sustainable future. It houses the Briggs Center for Civic Engagement, the Center for Mindfulness and Empathy Education, a science center, and a Makerspace. Recently added, the Peckham Wellness Center.
Students are from 30 school districts and 5 counties.
Why I Chose Harley: Chuck Rutberg '22
Why I Teach at Harley: Kirsten Reader, Middle School English Teacher
Why I Teach at Harley: Marlene Heuer, Nursery Teacher
Harley on Instagram

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are The Harley School often compared to?

The Harley School is often viewed alongside schools like Allendale Columbia School by visitors of our site.

What sports does The Harley School offer?

The Harley School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. The Harley School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.

What is The Harley School's ranking?

The Harley School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Harley School?

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

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