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Locust Valley ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 1,354 students in Locust Valley, NY, 48% of all K-12 students in Locust Valley, NY are educated in private schools versus (compared to the NY state average of 15%).
The average acceptance rate is 20%, which is lower than the New York private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
50% of private schools in Locust Valley, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Friends).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked Locust Valley ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s (2026-27)

Friends Academy Photo
Gr: NS-12 | 769 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 46
Friends
270 Duck Pond Road
Locust Valley, NY 11560
(516) 676-0393
(11)
Portledge School Photo
Gr: NS-12 | 585 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 13
355 Duck Pond Road
Locust Valley, NY 11560
(516) 750-3202
(3)

Locust Valley, NY ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´ Trends (10-Year)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Locust Valley, NY?
The top ranked private schools in Locust Valley, NY include Friends Academy and Portledge School.
How many private schools are located in Locust Valley?
2 private schools are located in Locust Valley.
What percentage of students in Locust Valley go to private school?
48% of all K-12 students in Locust Valley are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 15%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Locust Valley?
50% of private schools in Locust Valley are religiously affiliated (most commonly Friends).
Which private schools in Locust Valley are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Locust Valley include: Portledge School vs. Friends Academy, Friends Academy vs. Portledge School

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