Orchard Collegiate Academy
Orchard Collegiate Academy is a small District 1 high school at 220 Henry Street, run in partnership with Henry Street Settlement, with classes under 20 students and a full-time college counselor.
| Address | 220 Henry Street, New York, NY 10002 |
|---|---|
| Grades | 9 to 12 |
| Admissions | Educational Option |
| Students | 258 |
| Main office | 212-406-9411 |
| Principal | Miles Doyle |
| Website | orchardcollegiateacademy.org |
Key dates
- October 6 to December 4, 2026High school applications for fall 2027 are open on MySchools. Students list up to 12 programs.
- Spring 2027High school offers are released.
About the school
- Henry Street Settlement partnership: a longer school day, on-site mental health services and a full-time college counselor
- Classes of fewer than 20 students
- Free drama, music and dance classes with Abrons Arts Center
- College classes through NYU or BMCC; AP Biology, Calculus AB and U.S. History
- Concert band, audio production, student government; boys' soccer, volleyball and badminton
The building is shared with University Neighborhood Middle School and Manhattan Charter School II.
Visiting
The school holds a fall open house; check the school website or call 212-406-9411 for this year's date.
How to apply
Students apply in 8th grade (or as first-time 9th graders) on MySchools, listing up to 12 programs in order of preference. NYC Public Schools' announcement has tips for choosing. Families new to the city after the deadline enroll through a Family Welcome Center.
Questions parents ask
What makes Orchard Collegiate Academy different?
Its partnership with Henry Street Settlement adds a longer day, on-site mental health support and a full-time college counselor, and classes have fewer than 20 students.
Official links
Last checked October 15, 2026. We re-check this page every week against Orchard Collegiate Academy's own website and NYC sources. Details change, so confirm anything important directly. Something to add or correct? Tell us.