The Beekman School is a private high school in the Midtown East neighborhood of Manhattan. This school was founded by George Matthew in 1925 as The Tutoring School of New York. Traditional academics are adapted to each student’s individual needs and remote learning is not new to the Beekman School, which offers on-site, at home and online tutoring.
High school students in grade nine through 12 looking for an advanced college preparatory program will find high quality instructors and coursework at the Beekman School. The typical course load includes classes in English, history, math, science, foreign languages, and one art elective or technology course.
Students are invited to attend plays, films, dances and opera performances in and around Manhattan. Each year, Beekman’s Math League Club competes at six contests throughout the year, while the school’s Benevolent Blue Jays meet monthly to participate in volunteer community service projects.
With a high college acceptance and positive enrollment, the Beekman School in Midtown East boasts a supportive learning environment, a well-rounded curriculum and talented educators who truly care.
The Beekman School
65
Students
A+
School Details
Head of School
George Higgins
Student Teacher Ratio
4:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$51,500
Niche Grade
A
B
A
B+
C-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
4:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
8
Part Time Teachers
15
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
600
Verbal
650
Average ACT
29
Math
27
English
29
Reading
31
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
64%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
95%
GreatSchools Rating Details
Student Diversity
Male
61.2%
Female
38.8%
White
52.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
21.1%
Black
12.7%
Two or more races
9.9%
Hispanic
4.2%
School Rankings
#53
Most Diverse Private HS in New York
#82
Best Private HS in New York
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
New York University
13 Students
Pace University
8 Students
Columbia University
8 Students
Boston University
7 Students
Cornell University
7 Students
CUNY Hunter College
7 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY
6 Students
Fordham University
6 Students
Brown University
6 Students
Bard College
5 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
9 Students
Psychology
9 Students
Biology
6 Students
Chemistry
5 Students
Economics
5 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
5 Students
Political Science and Government
4 Students
Liberal Arts and Humanities
4 Students
Mathematics
4 Students
Computer Science
3 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/3/2021
Why is this school so expensive when you don't get anything. $45k is a lot for a school when you don't get a gym, have sports, clubs, and etc. With 45k I can use that money to go to a better school.
12/11/2015
My son has a wonderful experience. The individualized learning has helped him grow.
GreatSchools Reviews
5/23/2025
For strong students capable of accelerated coursework in math, history, or social science, Beekman is an exceptional choice for high school. The talented teachers and small class sizes allowed my tenth grader to pursue challenging papers and topics that genuinely interested him. It’s a top notch edu...
7/8/2020
Outstanding. compassionate , visionary leadership combined with a smart, dedicated faculty, small classes and individual attention moved our son from a "B" student to an honors student, and helped him win a scholarship to college. Jim Little, parent
6/7/2019
Excellent. The Beekman School works closely with families to ensure a solid experience. Teachers are personable, clear in their expectations and truly care that students learn and grow. The unique small class model allows for a friendly relaxed learning enviroment. The Beekman School and its Tutorin...
11/9/2018
Our teen took a math and English class during the summer school session. We were very impressed with the high quality of instruction. We got MORE thank our money’s worth. Our child enjoyed going to class and often told us that her teachers were amazing.
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Map
List Price Range
$339K - $8.8M
Homes For Sale
248
Average Home Value
$1,344,399
Median Lot Size
30,709 Sq Ft
% Renters
64%
Average Household Income
$156,380
% of College Grads
83.3%
Median Age
41
Average House Size
1,660 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
86.5%
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Homes for Rent
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Greenacre Park
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MacArthur Playground
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51st St FDR Dog Park
Peter Detmold Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
Tudor City Park North
Mary O'Connor Playground
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The Beekman School is a private school for students in grades 9-12 located at 220 E 50th St in New York, NY. Annual tuition is $51,500. The school has a total enrollment of 65 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. The Beekman School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.46, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $1,344,399. Discover additional schools in the area, like St Vincent Ferrer High School, Dominican Academy, The Browning School, and more. Learn more about what New York has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The Beekman School.