The Spence School Competitors

The Dalton School is an independent, co-educational day school located in the Upper East Side of New York City. Founded in 1919 by the renowned educator Helen Parkhurst, Dalton is recognized as one of the leading K-12 independent schools in the United States for its progressive educational approach.

Riverdale Country School is a Pre-K through grade 12 independent school in New York City committed to empowering lifelong learners by developing minds, building character, and creating community in order to change our world for the good. "We are intentionally trying to develop students who have MINDS that understand change, CHARACTER that can create change, and a COMMUNITY that embraces change. That is our mission." — Dominic Randolph, Head of School

Founded in 1920, Nightingale is an independent K–12 girls' school deeply committed to fostering relationships within a rigorous academic environment. It is the joy encountered in the pursuit of intellectual adventure that distinguishes our educational experience; joy that develops within an environment of trust and support from teachers and peers. We champion empathy, integrity, and curiosity, which teach our students about one another, as well as themselves. Every student at Nightingale will find her unique voice, while learning to appreciate the other unique voices in our community. Within our blue doors, we educate both the minds and the hearts of our students. Along their educational journey, students learn the tools and knowledge to evolve into global citizens with the desire and power to effect positive change in the world. At Nightingale, the academic program is the foundation of a student’s journey as she learns to advocate for herself, have empathy for others, and view difference as a source of strength. The joy of learning remains paramount within our classrooms, and students carry that joy with them for a lifetime.