Private Schools in Newark, New York

The Harley School is a highly-regarded independent school serving the Greater Rochester area, including Newark families. Founded in 1917, Harley offers a comprehensive education from Montessori early childhood through grade 12, featuring both International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement programs. The school emphasizes experiential learning, critical thinking, and community engagement with a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Facilities include state-of-the-art science labs, performing arts spaces, and extensive athletic facilities. Harley consistently produces graduates who attend top-tier colleges and universities.

Allendale Columbia School is a prestigious independent day school serving students from preschool through grade 12, drawing families from Newark and throughout the Finger Lakes region. The school offers both International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement curricula with particularly strong STEM and arts programs. With small class sizes and a 7:1 student-teacher ratio, AC provides personalized attention and numerous extracurricular opportunities including robotics, debate, and championship athletic teams. The campus features modern academic buildings, innovation labs, and extensive athletic facilities.

McQuaid Jesuit is a renowned all-boys Catholic college preparatory school serving the Rochester metropolitan area, including Newark. Founded in the Jesuit tradition of educating "men for others," the school offers a rigorous academic program with 26 Advanced Placement courses and specialized programs in STEM, business, and the arts. The 35-acre campus features modern academic facilities, extensive athletic complexes, and technology-rich learning environments. McQuaid maintains a 100% college acceptance rate and emphasizes character formation, service learning, and leadership development alongside academic excellence.