Independent schools – a broad term to describe all non-public schools including private, religious and military – educate children at various grade levels.
Schools may be operated by religious groups or by independent boards of directors according to particular educational philosophies. Families typically pay private schools directly according to fees set by the schools. Scholarships and financial aid are usually available to help defray the cost of tuition.
To find independent schools – including private, religious and military schools – in your area, select Non-Public Schools from the Categories list on the right sidebar and search by region, county or zip code.
For more information regarding independent schools, visit the
New York State Association of Independent Schools web site.
There is a long-standing partnership between public and private education in the state of New York. Students at independent schools enjoy the same benefits of public transportation, availability of texts, access to library resources, special education and remedial services as any public school student. The ease with which students can move between public and private education is a hallmark of the ongoing cooperative relationship among public and private schools in New York state.