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Our independent admissions consultants know how to make Asian Americans stand out in the Portledge School admissions process.
Portledge School is an independent pre-nursery through twelfth-grade college preparatory day school located in Locust Valley, NY. Its rigorous curriculum is balanced with extracurricular activities such as competitive athletics, music, visual art, and theater. Small classes ensure that students receive the individualized attention they need to become academically successful and prepared for admission to top colleges and universities. Because they keep their community small, admission can be quite competitive and challenging.
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Address: 355 Duck Pond Road, Locust Valley, NY 11560
Portledge School Admissions Website: https://www.portledge.org/admissions
Student Population: 538 | Upper School: 306
Average Class Size: Core academic classes: 18 | Upper School: 12
Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
Open House and Event Dates: Portledge School offers virtual and phone information sessions, as well as campus tours for prospective families. Tours are available based on grade level:
Grades 6-12: Schedule a tour here.
Grades 2-5: Schedule a tour here.
Pre-Nursery-Grade 1: Schedule a tour here.
Application Deadlines: January 1, 2025—Notification by January 15
February 1, 2025—Notification by February 15
Rolling admissions after February 15, 2025, based on availability.
Testing Policy: K–6th Grade: Virtual or in-person testing
7th–12th Grade: SSAT required
9th–12th Grade: Admissions interview required
Essay Questions: Visit the admissions page for more information.
Interview Importance: High
Portledge School College Counseling Department: https://www.portledge.org/academics/college-counseling


