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#452 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 46% of private schools

Albany Academies

School

140 ACADEMY RD, Albany, NY 12208

Private

Enrollment

671

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#452 of 992

In Albany

#13 of 15

public schools

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6.4/10

School in Albany · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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8.4/10

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About Albany Academies

Albany Academies is a private school in Albany, NY. Albany Academies serves approximately 671 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Albany Academies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #452 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 7.2:1 students to teachers, Albany Academies sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Albany Academies is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Albany Academies compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Albany, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
671
This School
vs
504
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
5.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71.4% vs 0%
Black 10% vs 0%
Asian 9.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.2% vs 0%
Albany Academies Albany Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Albany Academies (this school) 6.4
ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES 5.8
ALBANY LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS 3.5
DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL 3.3
STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL 4.2
NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.6
GREEN TECH HIGH CHARTER SCHOOL 3.4
THOMAS S O'BRIEN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 5.6
WILLIAM S HACKETT MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.5
KIPP ALBANY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL 1.9
BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS 4.6
ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL 7.6
SHERIDAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY 3.8
BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS 4.1
PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.3
GIFFEN MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3.0
ROOTS ACADEMY AT WEST HILL 3.6
HENRY JOHNSON CHARTER SCHOOL 6.3
ARBOR HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.1
KIPP TECH VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL 2.1
EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 5.8

Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Albany

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,116.9
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 671
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 71.4%
Black 10.0%
Asian 9.2%
Two or More 5.2%
Hispanic 4.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

140 ACADEMY RD, Albany, NY 12208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Albany Academies may also want to explore other schools in the area. NEIL HELLMAN SCHOOL/NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY SERVICE (rated 8.4/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LANGAN SCHOOL/CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MAIMONIDES HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,505

Median Home Value

$255,300

Median Rent

$1,291/mo

Population

23,936

College Educated

55.6%

Homeownership

44.6%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

20.6%

Median Age

33

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BUFFALO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY 6.4
COPENHAGEN CENTRAL SCHOOL Copenhagen, NY 6.4
MARYMOUNT SCHOOL OF NY New York, NY 6.4
THE BIRCH WATHEN LENOX SCHOOL New York, NY 6.4
THE BREARLEY SCHOOL New York, NY 6.4
YESHIVA KARLIN STOLIN Brooklyn, NY 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Albany Academies

What grades does Albany Academies serve?

Albany Academies serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Albany Academies?

Albany Academies has an enrollment of approximately 671 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Albany Academies?

The student-teacher ratio at Albany Academies is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Albany Academies rank in NY?

Albany Academies ranks #452 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Albany Academies's MySchoolScout rating?

Albany Academies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Albany Academies a private school?

Yes, Albany Academies is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Albany Academies a religious school?

No, Albany Academies is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
671
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
93
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
153 days
Setting
Small City
County
Albany County

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