The Karafin School is a special education high school in Mount Kisco, NY, specializing in learning differences and ADD/ADHD support.
The Karafin School is a specialized special education school in Mount Kisco, NY, serving high school students (grades 9-12) with learning differences, including ADD/ADHD support. Serving a diverse student population from the lower Hudson Valley and New York City, the school provides a highly personalized learning environment with an average class size of just 6 students and a faculty where 95% hold advanced degrees.
The curriculum follows NYSED standards, ensuring that students are prepared for academic milestones including Regents Exams, PSAT, and SAT testing. The school's academic program is designed to meet the criteria for earning a New York or Connecticut diploma, offering advanced coursework in subjects such as Calculus, Literature, and US History. This rigorous yet supportive academic structure is tailored to students with various learning needs.
With a small enrollment of approximately 42 students, Karafin School offers a close-knit, nonsectarian community where students can participate in student council and student-generated clubs. Admissions are handled on a rolling basis, and the school maintains a casual dress code to foster a comfortable learning atmosphere.
At a Glance
TypeSpecial Education School
Grades9-12
Students42
Class Size6:1 ratio
Tuition$28,426
Est.1958
DeadlineNone / Rolling
School Information
| School Type | Special Education School |
| Year Founded | 1958 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $28,426 |
| Total Students | 42 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 14 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 95 |
| Average Class Size | 6 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Bart A. Donow, Ph. D. |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 30 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 64 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
CalculusLiteratureUS History
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · student council and student generated clubs |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.karafinschool.com/#schedule |
| Average SAT Score | 1090 |
Contact the school
(914) 666-921140 Radio Circle Drive, Suite 1, Mount Kisco, New York 10549
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