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Churchill School and Center

EIN 13-2722983 · New York, NY

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood85 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • Raising each dollar of donations cost 66 cents.

These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.

What it says it does

TO PROVIDE AN INNOVATIVE AND TRANSFORMATIONAL K-12 LEARNING COMMUNITY THAT EMPOWERS STUDENTS WITH LANGUAGE-BASED LEARNING DISABILITIES.

Income
$33.3 million
Spending
$27.8 million
Spent on programs
77%
Reserves
14.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 83%
Employees
225
Volunteers
18
Highest pay
$795,991, head of school

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 79% of charities in its peer group (education, $10m to $100m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 14.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 14% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 17% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 15% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    0 of 15

    77% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 66 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 50% of charities in its peer group (education, $10m to $100m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    17 of 17 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (2)
  1. $21.1 million spent. The Churchill Lower School spans Kindergarten to 6th grade, and our curriculum is designed to unlock a world of boundless potential and possibility. Our comprehensive program is built to nurture both academic success and social-emotional growth. The singular goal as school professionals is to make sure our students have all the tools and resources they need and to create a place where students are known and cared for with innovative, research-based education practices. Beyond traditional subjects like literacy and math, we spark curiosity through science, art, performing arts, physical education, music and the arts, library classes, technology, and a dedicated executive functioning and social skills curriculum. The Churchill Upper School spans grades 7 to 12. Our Upper School environment is dynamic and inclusive, fostering curiosity and confident self-expression. Our Upper School curriculum is designed to guide students to become proactive learners who embrace their unique abilities, cultivate their interests, and confidently advocate for themselves. Within the Upper School, students thrive in small, inclusive classrooms guided by caring, skilled teachers who possess expertise in both subject matter and learning disabilities. Alongside the New York State Regents Curriculum, we tailor our teaching to accommodate the various learning styles of our students. Our Upper School teachers, advisors, related service providers and administrators are available during and after school, ensuring that each student receives the necessary support to foster success.
  2. $101,283 spent. THE CHURCHILL CENTER OFFERS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN THE FIELD OF LEARNING DISABILITIES TO STUDENTS, PARENTS, TEACHERS, AND RELATED SERVICE PROVIDERS.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since May 1972.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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