Very Good
#135 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 14% of private schools
Blessed Sacrament School
Elementary School
605 CENTRAL AVE, Albany, NY 12206
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#135 of 992
In Albany
#6 of 15
public schools
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Blessed Sacrament School
Elementary School in Albany · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Blessed Sacrament School
Blessed Sacrament School is a private elementary school in Albany, NY. Blessed Sacrament School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Blessed Sacrament School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Blessed Sacrament School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Blessed Sacrament School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Blessed Sacrament School 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
BetaHow Blessed Sacrament School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Albany, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
605 CENTRAL AVE, Albany, NY 12206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blessed Sacrament School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANNE INSTITUTE Albany | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| HENRY JOHNSON CHARTER SCHOOL Albany | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ROOTS ACADEMY AT WEST HILL Albany | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL Albany | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| ST CATHERINE'S CTR FOR CHILDREN R & E MAY SCHOOL Albany | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| LASALLE SCHOOL Albany | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LA SALLE SCHOOL Albany | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS Albany | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS Albany | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| CASTLE ISLAND BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Albany | 1.1 mi | — |
| SHERIDAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Albany | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| MAIMONIDES HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Albany | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL Albany | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| NEIL HELLMAN SCHOOL/NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY SERVICE Albany | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| KIPP TECH VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL Albany | 1.3 mi | 2.1 |
| WILLIAM S HACKETT MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT Albany | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,931
Median Home Value
$162,300
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
14,592
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
26.1%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
37.8%
Median Age
32.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHESTNUT STREET SCHOOL West Hempstead, NY | 7.5 |
| FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing, NY | 7.5 |
| HILLEL COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.5 |
| QUOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quogue, NY | 7.5 |
| SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF MANHATTAN New York, NY | 7.5 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Latham, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blessed Sacrament School
What grades does Blessed Sacrament School serve?
Blessed Sacrament School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Blessed Sacrament School?
Blessed Sacrament School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blessed Sacrament School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blessed Sacrament School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Blessed Sacrament School rank in NY?
Blessed Sacrament School ranks #135 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Blessed Sacrament School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blessed Sacrament School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Blessed Sacrament School a private school?
Yes, Blessed Sacrament School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Blessed Sacrament School a religious school?
Blessed Sacrament School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Albany County
- Phone
- (518) 438-5854
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