Best Schools in Loudonville, New York
5 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Other
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Southgate School
Elementary · North Colonie CSD. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Loudonville School
Elementary · North Colonie CSD. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
5
2 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$396,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
2 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$396,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +18.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Loudonville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Loudonville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southgate School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Loudonville School | 7.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $145,709
- Median home value
- $396,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 59%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Loudonville compares
New York rank
#46 of 473
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.3
above New York avg (6.4)
Median household income
$146k
156% of New York median
Schools in this city
5
North Colonie CSD runs Loudonville's public schools
2 public schools. North Colonie CSD is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Loudonville is a North Colonie CSD school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 7.9 to 8.2 — the spread is inside Loudonville, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Loudonville, New York
Loudonville, New York is home to 5 schools, including 2 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Loudonville perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Loudonville is Southgate School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Loudonville is served by 1 school district: NORTH COLONIE CSD. These districts collectively serve 6,109 students.
Loudonville's community shows 59% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $145,709. The poverty rate in the area is 3.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 392 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 2 | 286 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Gregorys SchoolPrivate 104 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | St Pius XPrivate 355 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Loudonville Christian SchoolPrivate 160 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Loudonville
Loudonville, New York · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$145,709
Median Home Value
$396,400
Median Rent
$2,685/mo
Population
13,800
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
92%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Community Profile
Loudonville has a median household income of $145,709. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $396,400, with a median rent of $2,685/month. The local poverty rate of 3.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New York
- Elementary
- 4
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Loudonville, New York
How many schools are in Loudonville, New York?
Loudonville has 5 schools, including 2 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Loudonville, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Loudonville is 7.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Loudonville, New York?
The top-ranked school in Loudonville on MySchoolScout is Southgate School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Loudonville, New York?
The top-ranked elementary school in Loudonville on MySchoolScout is Southgate School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Loudonville, New York?
Loudonville is served by 1 school district: North Colonie CSD.
What is the education level in Loudonville, New York?
According to Census data, 59% of adults in Loudonville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Loudonville, New York?
The median household income in Loudonville is approximately $145,709 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Loudonville, New York?
Yes, Loudonville has 3 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Loudonville Christian School with a score of 7.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Loudonville, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Loudonville is 8.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Loudonville, New York?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.