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MissionRockland Country Day School brings forth the best in every student by knowing and educating each of them as an individual.  The pillars of our college preparatory program are critical thinking, creative expression, and the cherishing of diversity.  Our unique environment enables every child to thrive, both academically and socially.
Founded1959
Location


Transportation options
available for NYC and Westchester families.
Rockland County, New York

The 20 acre campus is in Congers. Originally a working farm, the grounds continue to serve as a "living classroom." There are three academic buildings, an art studio building, library, fields, gymnasium, and an organic garden.
AccreditationNew York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
GovernanceAn 11 member Board of Trustees
GradesChildren's School: Full- day Pre-K (age 3) through Grade 5

Middle School: Grades 6 through 8

Upper School:Grades 9 through 12
Calendar3 Trimesters
Enrollment125 – 140
Student/Teacher Ratio7 to 1
MottoE Radicibus Fortibus Floremus
(From Strong Roots We Flourish)
MascotCougars
Admissions TestingISEE, TOEFL, or PSAT (required)
Median SAT Scores2011: CR: 600 MA: 650 WR: 620

2010: CR: 590 MA: 580 WR: 560
AP CoursesEnglish Literature, French Language, American and European History, Calculus BC, Statistics, Biology, Physics C: Mechanics, Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism, Music Theory



2011 – 43% of eligible students earned AP Scholar designations in recognition of their outstanding achievement
Class of 2011 were admitted to:Bennington College ● Brandeis University ● Bryant University ● Bucknell University ● Carnegie Mellon University ● Fordham University ● Harvard University ● Loyola University Maryland ● New York University ● Northeastern University ● Rochester Institute of Technology ● Rutgers ● State University of New York at New Paltz ● University of Michigan ● University of St. Andrews ● Western New England University
Class of 2011 received:Over $300,000 in merit aid