The New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS), founded in 1947, is an association of some 180 independent schools, ranging from nursery to high schools. In 2005, its member schools had approximately 65,000 students. It was originally established, "to protect independent schools from obstructive legislation and regulation".
The New York State Association of Independent Schools Athletic Association (NYSAISAA) is a sports league for independent schools in New York state, and is overseen by NYSAIS.
The NYSAIS lists its current aims as: