Very Good
#269 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 27% of private schools
Blue Rock School
Elementary School
110 DEMAREST MILL RD, West Nyack, NY 10994
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#269 of 992
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Blue Rock School
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About Blue Rock School
Blue Rock School is a private elementary school in West Nyack, NY. Blue Rock School serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Blue Rock School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #269 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 79 students, Blue Rock 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Blue Rock School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Blue Rock 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 Blue Rock School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in West Nyack, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blue Rock School (this school) | 7.0 |
| WEST NYACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| ROCKLAND BOCES | 5.7 |
| FELIX FESTA DETERMINATION MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| FELIX FESTA CHARACTER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| BIRCHWOOD SCHOOL | 6.7 |
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
110 DEMAREST MILL RD, West Nyack, NY 10994
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blue Rock School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEY COTTAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Valley Cottage), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby New City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in West Nyack, see our West Nyack schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CLARKSTOWN SOUTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Nyack | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| BARDONIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bardonia | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ROCKLAND BOCES West Nyack | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| FELIX FESTA CHARACTER MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| FELIX FESTA DETERMINATION MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| WEST NYACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Nyack | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| A MACARTHUR BARR MIDDLE SCHOOL Nanuet | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| NANUET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Nanuet | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| BIRCHWOOD SCHOOL West Nyack | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Nyack | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Nanuet | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| GEORGE W MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nanuet | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| HIGHVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nanuet | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| LINK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| DAYTOP PREP SCHOOL Blauvelt | 2.5 mi | — |
| ROCKLAND COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT New City | 3.0 mi | — |
| VALLEY COTTAGE SCHOOL Valley Cottage | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| SOUTH ORANGETOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL Blauvelt | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10994 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$166,838
Median Home Value
$618,900
Median Rent
$1,622/mo
Population
5,925
College Educated
58.8%
Homeownership
97.4%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Median Age
51
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| CORLEARS SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blue Rock School
What grades does Blue Rock School serve?
Blue Rock School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Blue Rock School?
Blue Rock School has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Rock School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blue Rock School is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Blue Rock School rank in NY?
Blue Rock School ranks #269 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Blue Rock School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blue Rock School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Blue Rock School a private school?
Yes, Blue Rock School 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 Blue Rock School a religious school?
No, Blue Rock School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 79
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rockland County
- Phone
- (845) 627-0234
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