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Alcott School

535 Broadway Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 164 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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About the School

  • Alcott School serves 164 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
  • Alcott School religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Montessori School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
  • Enrollment: 164 students
  • Average class size: 20 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

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

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School Facts

School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1968
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
Ours is a holistic approach to learning, based on the belief that a child learns best in a social environment that supports and respects their unique development.

Student Body

Total Students
164 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
20 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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School Notes

  • We have another location in Scarsdale, NY
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Alcott School often compared to?
Alcott School is often viewed alongside schools like Bronxville Montessori School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Alcott School?
The application deadline for Alcott School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Westchester County, NY is $26,498 for elementary schools and $33,420 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Westchester County, NY is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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