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Best 6 IB International Schools in New York City

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Below, we have compiled the top 6 IB international schools in New York City according to our users. However, there are another 7 IB schools to choose from in the city (and 21 total international schools.) You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in New York City based on your requirements.

Best 6 IB International Schools in New York City

Out of a total of 13 IB International Schools in New York City (and 21 total International Schools in New York City)

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

La Scuola d'Italia

La Scuola d’Italia is an independent Italian/English bilingual school (Pre-K – 12) imbued with the best features of the Italian and American educational systems. Its unique culture stems from its bicultural identity and multicultural environment where acceptance and diversity, equity and respect, are the principles that naturally shape the life of the bilingual school.
Curriculum
IB, Italian, American
Languages of instruction
English, Italian
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: $28,665
to: $37,485
Reviews
(3 reviews)

Harrow International School New York

Harrow International School New York is combining 450 years of outstanding pedagogy at Harrow School, one of the UK’s most prestigious independent schools, with the vibrancy of New York and a stunning campus spread over more than 100 acres, Harrow New York offers a premium education for girls and boys in Grades 6-12.
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
11 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: $50,544
to: $50,544

United Nations International School

The United Nations International School is the school of the United Nations, and is a Pre-K-to-12th grade, coeducational, International Baccalaureate, college-preparatory day school.
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
4 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: $46,856
to: $52,167

Kennedy International School

Kennedy International School provides a transformative bilingual education, empowering students to become culturally competent and global citizens. Our students receive a rigorous, individualized education made possible by small class sizes led by dedicated teachers.
Curriculum
IB, French, American
Languages of instruction
English, French, Japanese
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: $40,000
to: $45,000

French-American School of New York

French-American School of New York is a bilingual, international, co-educational day school providing a global education to students in nursery (3 years old) through grade 12.
The school has 2 different programs: International track and Franch-American track.
Curriculum
IB, French, American
Languages of instruction
English, French
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: $37,950
to: $44,810
Reviews
(3 reviews)

EF Academy New York

EF Academy is a private day and boarding high school designed to prepare students for happiness and success in today's world. With a commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and cultural immersion, EF Academy helps students unlock their full potential and develop skills that will help them thrive for the rest of their lives.
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
14 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: $47,200
to: $47,200
Reviews
(1 review)
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Summary

What are the best IB international schools in New York City?

  1. La Scuola d'Italia
  2. Harrow International School New York
  3. United Nations International School
  4. Kennedy International School
  5. French-American School of New York
  6. EF Academy New York

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21 International Schools in New York City

How Many International Schools are there in New York City?

There are 21 international schools in New York City. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in New York City?
Curriculum International schools
IB 13  
American 10  
French 5  
International 3  
German 3  
Other 9  

Additionally, there are 4 boarding schools in New York City.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 21  
French 5  
Spanish 3  
German 3  
Japanese 2  
Other 2  

Among these, there are 12 bilingual schools in New York City.

How Much do International Schools cost in New York City?

The average price of international schools in New York City is $51,688. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price $29,600
Avg. price $51,688
Max. price $75,300
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
$29,500 to $45,999 7  
$46,000 to $62,499 9  
$62,500 to $78,999 5  

(*) The price for one year of fees for a 12 year old (or the closest age to 12 available in the school), excluding one-time fees at enrolment.

How Big are Class Sizes in New York City?

The average class size of international schools in New York City is 14.1 students.

Class size
Min. size 4 students
Avg. size 14.1 students
Max. size 19 students
Class Size Number of international schools
1 to 5 1  
6 to 10 2  
11 to 15 5  
16 to 20 6  

How big are the schools in New York City (in number of students)?

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in New York City is 600 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
1 to 550 11  
551 to 1,100 4  
1,101 to 1,650 2  
1,651 to 2,200 1  

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