Knox SCHOOL

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Welcome To KNOX

With “Founded in 1904, The Knox School is Long Island's oldest established private school, serving grades 6-12 and Post Graduate. Within our close-knit and inclusive global community, every student is seen, heard, and valued. Through one-on-one academic planning, transformative leadership opportunities, and robust arts, athletics, and extracurricular programming, a Knox education empowers students to explore their passions and realize their full potential. We are proud of our 100% acceptance to top four- year universities. Knox students graduate with the knowledge, character, and confidence to excel in college and to achieve success in an ever-changing world.

1904

Founded in 1904

130

School Population

Teacher / Student Ratio: 6:1

100

100% Acceptance to Colleges & Universities

Mission

The Knox School’s mission is to deliver a student-centered education guided by compassion that cultivates academic excellence, leadership, and self-confidence in every learner. Through personalized learning pathways, comprehensive programs in the arts and athletics, and a values-based culture rooted in authentic relationships and global inclusivity, Knox equips students with the competencies required for admission to top-tier universities and cultivates within them the character to lead meaningful, purpose-driven lives.

Purpose

To inspire in each student a love of learning and the desire to continually develop the skills necessary to lead happy, confident, and successful lives in a complex and changing world.

Philosophy

A diverse student body within a traditional, structured, and familial atmosphere will experience academic, intellectual, and character development while celebrating individual strengths and talents.

School Highlights

As an institution that is mission driven and intentional in its structure and purpose, The Knox School created its academic program to provide capable students with opportunities to excel within a liberal arts program that is infused with artistic and athletic pursuits. Knox students enjoy experiences of discovery and learning that will prepare them for life in college and beyond. Our team of administrators and educators are driven by a collective vision and desire to inspire in each student a lifelong love of learning, and to nurture and celebrate each individual's strengths and talents.

15+

Countries Represented

100%

College Acceptance Rate

20

Dual Enrollment Courses

20

AP Classes

13

Honors Courses

6:1

Student/Teacher Ratio

12

Average Class Size

9

Honor Societies

$3.5-4.5M

Merit scholarships annually (Avg. class = 35 students)

Learning Extends Beyond the Classroom Walls Each Day

Preparing for Leadership

Knox students hold leadership positions in:

Student Council
Knox Student Ambassadors
National Honor Society
National Jr. Honor Society
Sigma Tau Delta, International English Honor Society
Mu Alpha Theta, Math Honor Society
Science National Honor Society
Rho Kappa, History Honor Society
National Art Honor Society
Tri-M Music Honor Society
International Thespian Society
National Chinese Honor Society (for study of the Chinese language)

Knox Clubs

Animal Rights
Amnesty
History Club
Science Club
Green Book Club
DECA Business Club
Knox Podcast Club
Publications Club (yearbook & literary magazine)
SADD - Students Against Destructive Decisions
Pickleball Club
Running Club
Weightlifting & Nutrition
Chess & Mahjong Club
Model UN / Current Events Club
Service Learning
Knox Internship Program

Competitive Athletics Teams

Home of the Falcons - Excellence in Sportsmanship and Athletic Achievement

Fall Sports

Boys Varsity Soccer
Girls Varsity Volleyball
Tennis
Crew
Equestrian
Golf

Winter Sports

Boys Varsity Basketball
Men's Prep Basketball National Team
Crew
Equestrian
Golf

Spring Sports

Co-Ed Badminton
Boys Varsity Volleyball
Tennis – non-competitive
Crew
Equestrian
Golf

Academic Course Offerings

HONORS COURSE OFFERINGS

English I

Advanced Literature & Language

World History I & II

U.S. History

U.S. Government

Algebra I & II

Geometry

Pre-Calculus

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSE OFFERINGS

AP School Honor Roll Bronze Distinction

AP Calculus AB / BC
AP Statistics
AP Biology
AP Chemistry
AP Environmental Science
AP Physics I / II
AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism

AP Computer Science Principles / A
AP English Language / Literature
AP US History
AP World History: Modern
AP US Government & Politics
AP Psychology
AP Music Theory
AP Art & Design

COLLEGE EQUIVALENCY COURSE OFFERINGS

Taught by our own qualified Knox faculty, in coordination with the Stony Brook University Ace Program, Suffolk County Community College Beacon Program, Molloy University and Saint Joseph's University (New York). Students can receive college credit at a discounted fee with the following courses:

AP Calculus AB / BC
Calculus III / Linear Algebra
AP Statistics
AP Physics I
AP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism
AP Psychology
Public Speaking

AP English Language / Literature
AP US History / World History: Modern
Criminal Law & Procedure
AP Music Theory / Art & Design
3D & Mixed Media
Media Arts I
Photography

Our Proven Success

School Information

ADMISSION

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Intake: August & January
Grade: 6 - 12
GPA: 3.0 / 4.0 or 80% above
Direct Entry English Requirement:
- TOEFL: 92
- IELTS: 7
- Duolingo: 120 - 130

ADMISSION CHECKLIST

Student Information (names, parents' names, mobile phone, email, home address, etc.), Student Passport, Visa & I-20 copy (if applicable)
Academic Transcripts from the past 3 years (originals and English translation)
A copy of English language test result (IELTS, TOEFL, DUOLINGO)
Two Teacher Recommendation Letters

1 x Math Teacher Recommendation Letter
1 x English Teacher Recommendation Letter