Looking at High School Options in NYC

Can anyone shed some light on what the most expensive high school in NYC is? What does the tuition tag cover? I've heard some rumors but want to verify. Just curious about what it offers compared to public schools in the city.

The most expensive high school in NYC is likely to be The Avenues: The World School, with a yearly tuition well upward of $55,000 for the 2024-2025 academic year. Among private high schools in NYC, Avenues often finds itself at the high end of the tuition spectrum.

What does that steep tuition cover? One of the unique aspects of Avenues is its commitment to languages and global studies. Notably, beginning in kindergarten, students receive instruction in their homeroom language half of the day and in Spanish or Mandarin for the other half. Also, the curriculum also offers unique courses not commonly found in public schools, like entrepreneurship or bioengineering.

The school also offers numerous resources typically not available or very limited in public schools. These resources range from research opportunities and state-of-the-art learning spaces to personalized learning plans for each student that are updated twice a year.

Lastly, Avenues also emphasize a smaller student-to-teacher ratio, with a limit of 17 students per class, ensuring more personalized instruction for each student.

In contrast, public schools in NYC don't have tuition costs, but they may not be able to offer the same level of resources. Additionally, class sizes in NYC public schools can be larger, often with 30 or more students, limiting the amount of one-on-one time students have with teachers. While many public schools in NYC offer excellent educational experiences, the high tuition at private schools like Avenues typically covers more robust resources and individualized attention.