The Beekman Difference

We occupy a unique and important space in the college preparatory landscape through our individual and personal approach to education. There is virtually no educational need we cannot meet – from students looking for a more personalized and challenging environment, to those who are pre-professional and require flexibility in their schedules, to those seeking a fresh start and the satisfaction of success. The Beekman School allows students to accelerate coursework for early graduation, to catch up and graduate on time, or to pace workloads to extend graduation an extra semester or year. We can also fully customize their schedules through morning- or afternoon-only classes.

Our curriculum is extremely comprehensive, offering a vast array of standard academic courses paired with numerous electives ranging from Ecology to Web Design. Students can choose from university-level courses in math, science, humanities and English, as well as courses designed specifically for a student on almost any topic and made available through The Tutoring School, our on-site individualized learning program.

The Beekman School opened its doors in 1925 and is a well-established and respected academic institution. It is the top private high school in Manhattan delivering a traditional college preparatory program that is the most flexible, most personalized, and most balanced to each student’s needs. While most students are accepted at the start of the school year, students are welcome to begin their studies at The Beekman School at any time – mid-semester, summer or at the start of a new school year. Our average class size is 8 students, with a maximum of 10 per class. Additional concentrated help in specific subject areas is available through one-on-one tutoring.

Our faculty is fueled by a keen interest in helping our students develop independent thinking, build their willingness to take intellectual risks and accept challenges, form superior work habits, and become truly engaged in their own education. The communication and connections between our faculty, students, staff, and parents are unparalleled in the private school market. Teachers are on a first-name basis with students to foster an environment of mentoring and support. They maintain close ties with parents, providing ongoing updates to parents by phone, email, regularly scheduled written reports, and on-site conferences. 

The Beekman School has nearly a century of experience in helping all students realize their academic potential and achieve their educational goals. We emphasize success in college placement, with approximately 95 percent of our graduates going on to college. Every senior works one‐on‐one with a college counselor who helps guide students and parents through the selection and application process. Our mission is to give students confidence to control their own destiny, to become life-long learners and to give back to their community and our world.

At Beekman, we promote individuality by designing flexible, personalized programs that reflect the diversity of our learners. This allows students to have enriching learning experiences that match their own learning pace, unique circumstances, and aspirations. We support and accommodate a full range of learners and schedules, including: a late start for commuters, flexible hours for students who have pre-professional commitments outside of school, a reduced schedule for students returning to school after an extended leave, and a more rigorous learning plan for those looking to earn extra credits.