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Bright Hope Academy Center
School
1856 STATE ST, Schenectady, NY 12304
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Bright Hope Academy Center
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About Bright Hope Academy Center
Bright Hope Academy Center is a private school in Schenectady, NY. Bright Hope Academy Center serves approximately 8 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 3.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 8 students, Bright Hope Academy Center 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 3.3:1 students to teachers, Bright Hope Academy Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bright Hope Academy Center 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 Bright Hope Academy Center compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Schenectady, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bright Hope Academy Center (this school) | — |
| PAIGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.7 |
| WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.9 |
| WILLIAM C KEANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| VAN ANTWERP MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| DR MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.7 |
| ROSENDALE SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| MONT PLEASANT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| DRAPER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| MOHONASEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.2 |
| JESSIE T ZOLLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.3:1
- Address
- 1856 STATE ST, Schenectady, NY 12304
- Phone
- (518) 372-2004
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NY aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1856 STATE ST, Schenectady, NY 12304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bright Hope Academy Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. ANNUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away). Additionally, BROWN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away). For more schools in Schenectady, see our Schenectady schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROWN SCHOOL Schenectady | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PAIGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| NOTRE DAME-BISHOP GIBBONS SCHOOL Schenectady | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ST KATERI PARISH SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| ANNUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| WILLIAM C KEANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| RIVER RUN COMMUNITY MONTESSORI Schenectady | 2.1 mi | — |
| VAN ANTWERP MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| HERMAN L BRADT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| OUR WORLD MONTESSORI Niskayuna | 2.3 mi | — |
| SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| DR MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
| ROSENDALE SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,688
Median Home Value
$171,500
Median Rent
$1,049/mo
Population
22,027
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
42
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bright Hope Academy Center
What grades does Bright Hope Academy Center serve?
Bright Hope Academy Center serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Bright Hope Academy Center?
Bright Hope Academy Center has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bright Hope Academy Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Bright Hope Academy Center is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Bright Hope Academy Center a private school?
Yes, Bright Hope Academy Center 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 Bright Hope Academy Center a religious school?
No, Bright Hope Academy Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Gender Split
- 25% M / 75% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Schenectady County
- Phone
- (518) 372-2004
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