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Matriculation B+
Academics A
Extracurriculars A
Community A-
Reviews B+
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Founded in 1867, The Storm King School is one of New York oldest and most prestigious boarding schools, located one hour north of New York City. The School enrolls 200 students from the USA and 26 other countries. Faculty boasts an impressive list of teachers including a former NASA scientist Dr. Feffer (Stanford University), writer Jeremy Freeman (Yale University), award winning filmmaker Zhenya Kiperman (Columbia University) and Headmaster Jon Lamb (Columbia University). Over 70% of faculty hold advanced degrees. Our graduates attend top universities including Harvard, NYU, Cornell, Georgetown, Syracuse, RPI, Parsons, FIT, and Pratt. Academics include over 125 courses including Honors courses and 16 AP courses across every subject area.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$74100
Enrollment
190
International Students
45%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
70%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
Endowment
$4.5 millions
AP
19
Average SAT Score
1300
Average ACT Score
32
Class Size
8
Boarding %
70

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#17 Cornell University 2
#20 University of California: Los Angeles 1
#28 Tufts University 1
#34 University of Rochester 1
#36 University of California: Irvine 2
#49 Lehigh University 1
#49 Northeastern University 1
#55 University of Miami 1
#57 Penn State University Park 1

AP Scores

(2022)
14%
18%
21%
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores

Academics

AP Courses

(19)
Art History
Statistics
Biology
English Literature and Composition
Calculus AB
Computer Science Principles
Art History
Statistics
Biology
English Literature and Composition
Calculus AB
Computer Science Principles
Computer Science A
Spanish Language and Culture
Spanish Literature and Culture
Chemistry
Physics 1
Physics 2
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
Calculus BC
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Psychology
Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Sports

(19)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Fencing
Lacrosse
Soccer
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Fencing
Lacrosse
Soccer
Tennis
Volleyball
Wrestling
Bowling
Crew
Hiking
Softball
Climbing
Fitness
Mountain Biking
Ultimate Frisbee
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(40)
Acapella
Animation Club
Art Club
Blue Key Club
BLSU (Black Latino Student Union)
Board Games Club
Acapella
Animation Club
Art Club
Blue Key Club
BLSU (Black Latino Student Union)
Board Games Club
Boat Building Club
Cooking Club
Creative Arts & Literary Publication Club
Creativity Plus
Crochet Club
Dance/Cheer Club
Dance Club
Drama Club
Dr. Who Club
E-Club (Online Gaming)
Film Club
Girls Fitness Club
Golf Club
History of Knowledge/Greek Geeks Club
Improv Club
Math/Computer Science Club
Model UN
Music Club
Psychology Think-Tank
Rock Club
Spectrum (LGBT Awareness)
Sports Broadcasting Club
Student Entertainment Committee
Theater Technology Club
Video-Production Club
Yoga Club
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Arts

(28)
Acting
Chorus
Dance
Music
Music Theory
Piano
Acting
Chorus
Dance
Music
Music Theory
Piano
Theater
Voice
Digital Art
Fashion Design
Painting
Studio Art
Video Production
Art
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Contact Info

https://sks.org/
314 Mountain Road Cornwall on Hudson, NY 12520
845-458-7542
admissions@sks.org
New York

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 8-12
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1867
Campus Size: 60 acres
Boarding Rate: 70%
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: 03/01
Interview: Skype, On Campus, International Admission Visits, Others, WeChat
Other Accepted Scores: TOEFL Junior
School Code:
TOEFL: 2480
SSAT: 7516

Frequently Ask Questions about The Storm King School

Tell me a bit about The Storm King School.
The Storm King School is Co-ed private boarding school located in New York, US. It was founded 1867 , and currently has about 190 students, 45.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://sks.org/.
Does The Storm King School have rigorous academic requirements?
The Storm King School is offering 19 AP courses.

In recent years, 18 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.

The Storm King School also have 70% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do The Storm King School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2023, some students attended Cornell University, University of California: Los Angeles, Tufts University, University of Rochester and University of California: Irvine.
What is the application requirement for The Storm King School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, The Storm King School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for The Storm King School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for The Storm King School in 2024 is $74,100 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@sks.org .
Where is The Storm King School located?
The Storm King School is located in the State of New York of USA. The closest major city is New York, which is about 46 miles away from school. Most families can choose JFK aireport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is The Storm King School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, The Storm King School is among the most popular schools, within top 141 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also The Storm King School has been favorited by 172 users.
How to start with an application with The Storm King School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about The Storm King School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit The Storm King School’s official site: https://sks.org/ or call them at 845-458-7542.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to The Storm King School?
Yes, here are few: New York Military Academy, Oakwood Friends School and The Harvey School.

The closest major city is New York. You can find out more schools near New York here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for The Storm King School?
The overall rating for The Storm King School is A-.

The section ratings of The Storm King School are:
B+ for Matriculation
A for Academics
A for Extracurriculum
A- for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews

Nearby City

New York, New York
New York City, often referred to as NYC, is the most populous city in the United States with a 2020 population of 8.8 million. It is the cultural, financial, and entertainment hub of the world, renowned for its iconic landmarks like Times Square, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. The city is home to global institutions such as the United Nations and Wall Street. Known for its diversity and vibrant arts scene, New York City plays a crucial role in shaping international commerce, politics, and culture.
Population (2022) 8,363,710
Cost of Living Higher than average 146%
Nearby Airport JFK aireport
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