Founded in 1896 on Manhattan's Upper West Side, The Calhoun School is a progressive co-educational, independent, college preparatory day school that serves students from 2 years 8 months through 12th grade.
Mission
Calhoun inspires a passion for learning through a progressive approach to education that values intellectual pursuit, creativity, diversity and community involvement.
Enrollment
Calhoun enrolls approximately 700 students ranging from early childhood through Upper School. Student-Teacher Ratio is 7:1. Average class size is 12-15 students.
Accreditation
The school is accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) and the New York State Education Department.
Locations and Facilities
Calhoun's main building, which houses 3rd-12th grades and most administrative offices, is located at 433 West End Avenue, at 81st Street. The Robert L. Beir Building, which houses the preschool-2nd grade, is located at 160 West 74th Street near Amsterdam Avenue.