Best Schools in Rensselaer Falls, New York
3 schools · 3 Middle
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Schools
3
0 public · 3 private
Avg Score
1.9
out of 10
Median Home
$134,600
home value · ACS
Schools
3
0 public · 3 private
Avg Score
1.9
out of 10
Median Home
$134,600
home value · ACS
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 1.9/10
- Median household income
- $73,000
- Median home value
- $134,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rensselaer Falls compares
Median household income
$73k
78% of New York median
About Schools in Rensselaer Falls, New York
Rensselaer Falls, New York is home to 3 schools, including 0 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 3 middle schools.
With an average rating of 1.9 out of 10, schools in Rensselaer Falls face significant challenges 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 Rensselaer Falls is Rock Island School with a composite score of 1.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rensselaer Falls's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,000. The poverty rate in the area is 27.5%.
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Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rock Island SchoolPrivate 30 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Locust GrovePrivate 21 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
| 3 | Mud Lake SchoolPrivate 20 students · 1st–8th | Not Rated |
Schools in Rensselaer Falls
Rensselaer Falls, New York · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$73,000
Median Home Value
$134,600
Median Rent
$625/mo
Population
1,417
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
27.5%
Community Profile
Rensselaer Falls has a median household income of $73,000. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $134,600, with a median rent of $625/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Rensselaer Falls, New York
How many schools are in Rensselaer Falls, New York?
Rensselaer Falls has 3 schools, including 0 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rensselaer Falls, New York?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rensselaer Falls is 1.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the education level in Rensselaer Falls, New York?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Rensselaer Falls have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rensselaer Falls, New York?
The median household income in Rensselaer Falls is approximately $73,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Rensselaer Falls, New York?
Yes, Rensselaer Falls has 3 private schools alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Rock Island School with a score of 1.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rensselaer Falls, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rensselaer Falls is 23.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rensselaer Falls, 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.