The Caedmon School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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The Caedmon School

416 E 80th St
New York, NY 10075

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The Caedmon School is a Montessori Preschool and Progressive Montessori Elementary School on the Upper East Side of New York City, serving children from one year, eight months through Fifth grade.

As the first Montessori school in New York City, Caedmon's tried and true methods encourage children to discover who they are in an environment that values care and empathy.

Our graduates go on to excel in the finest independent and public middle schools in NYC and beyond. Learn more at .

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
Enrollment: 225 students
Yearly Tuition: $65,505
Acceptance rate: 40%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 9 / Jan. 9 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Type

Montessori School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

American Montessori Society (AMS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-5

Year Founded

1962

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

225 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

37%

State avg.: 39%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

15 students

List of Courses Offered

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 9 / Jan. 9 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$65,505

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Tuition Notes

Tuition ranges from $23,265 for Beginners (1.8 to 2.8 years), 3 mornings/week to $65,505 for Elementary School. Please refer to our website for more details.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Children may attend for 1 - 6 weeks. Program costs vary due to age and schedule. Please refer to website for details, caedmonschool.org

% on Financial Aid

20%

Acceptance Rate

40%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Jennifer Tarpley

Admissions Associate

Susan Bonet

Application URL

Endowment Size

$5.5 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

1 sport

Sports

Basketball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Caedmon Chorus

Arts and Music Programs:

After School ProgramThe Caedmon Music School

School Notes

School Motto: Creative. Capable. Courageous.
School Mascot: Monty The Montessori Dragon

The Caedmon School offers many opportunities to visit and to get to know the programs and community prior to submitting an application. Once an application is received, a parent interview, child interview, and report from the sending school are required. Please refer to our admissions calendar.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Caedmon School cost?

The Caedmon School's tuition is approximately $65,505 for private students.

What schools are The Caedmon School often compared to?

The Caedmon School is often viewed alongside schools like The Family School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of The Caedmon School?

The acceptance rate of The Caedmon School is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 75%. The Caedmon School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in New York with low acceptance rates.

Does The Caedmon School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Caedmon School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does The Caedmon School offer?

The Caedmon School offers 1 interscholastic sports: Basketball.

What is The Caedmon School's ranking?

The Caedmon School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Lowest average acceptance rates.

When is the application deadline for The Caedmon School?

The application deadline for The Caedmon School is Dec. 9 / Jan. 9 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 9 / Jan. 9 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked NY School
School Type: Montessori School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-5
Enrollment: 225 students
Yearly Tuition: $65,505
Acceptance rate: 40%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 9 / Jan. 9 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in New York, NY is $46,376 for elementary schools and $48,724 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in New York, NY is 58% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).