Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
Cascadilla School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
Cascadilla School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1876
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
8 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
5 students
Number of AP Courses
43 courses
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
The Gryphon
School Notes
- Cascadilla School, founded in 1876 as a preparatory school for Cornell University, is an independent co-educational, not-for-profit high school.
- The school offers students an accelerated curriculum in grades nine through twelve as well as in a post graduate year.
- Cascadilla School is recognized and accredited by the New York State Department of Education and has maintained its historical association with Cornell University through the use of its libraries, dining halls, and other facilities.
- Students from ten different countries and the United States are guided by an expert faculty on its campus in Ithaca, New York.
- Cascadilla graduates go on to matriculate at leading colleges and universities.
- Cascadilla School, founded in 1876 as a preparatory school for Cornell University, is an independent co-educational, not-for-profit high school.
- The school offers students an accelerated curriculum in grades nine through twelve as well as in a post graduate year.
- Cascadilla School is recognized and accredited by the New York State Department of Education and has maintained its historical association with Cornell University through the use of its libraries, dining halls, and other facilities.
- Students from ten different countries and the United States are guided by an expert faculty on its campus in Ithaca, New York.
- Cascadilla graduates go on to matriculate at leading colleges and universities.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Cascadilla School often compared to?
Cascadilla School is often viewed alongside schools like Eac Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Cascadilla School?
The acceptance rate of Cascadilla School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.
What is Cascadilla School's ranking?
Cascadilla School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Most AP courses offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Cascadilla School?
The application deadline for Cascadilla School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Cascadilla School located?
Cascadilla School is located in the Collegetown neighborhood of Ithaca, NY.
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