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#287 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 29% of private schools
Brown School
School
150 CORLAER AVE, Schenectady, NY 12304
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
92
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#287 of 992
In Schenectady
#2 of 5
public schools
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About Brown School
Brown School is a private school in Schenectady, NY. Brown School serves approximately 92 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Brown School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #287 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 92 students, Brown 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, Brown School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brown 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 Brown School compares to 32 public schools serving similar grades in Schenectady, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brown School (this school) | 6.9 |
| PAIGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.7 |
| WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.9 |
| CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| WILLIAM C KEANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.1 |
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| VAN ANTWERP MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| HERMAN L BRADT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| ROSENDALE SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| DR MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 2.7 |
| IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 7.1 |
| SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL | 8.4 |
| MONT PLEASANT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| PLEASANT VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| JESSIE T ZOLLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| ONEIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.7 |
| HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.6 |
Showing 20 of 32 schools. View all schools in Schenectady
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.
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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
150 CORLAER AVE, Schenectady, NY 12304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brown School may also want to explore other schools in the area. SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSENDALE SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Schenectady, see our Schenectady schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PAIGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 0.2 mi | 2.7 |
| BRIGHT HOPE ACADEMY CENTER Schenectady | 0.4 mi | — |
| NOTRE DAME-BISHOP GIBBONS SCHOOL Schenectady | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ST KATERI PARISH SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| VAN ANTWERP MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| WILLIAM C KEANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| OUR WORLD MONTESSORI Niskayuna | 1.9 mi | — |
| ANNUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| HERMAN L BRADT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| RIVER RUN COMMUNITY MONTESSORI Schenectady | 2.4 mi | — |
| NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| JESSIE T ZOLLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ROSENDALE SCHOOL Schenectady | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
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 Brown School
What grades does Brown School serve?
Brown School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Brown School?
Brown School has an enrollment of approximately 92 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brown School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brown 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 Brown School rank in NY?
Brown School ranks #287 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Brown School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brown School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brown School a private school?
Yes, Brown 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 Brown School a religious school?
No, Brown School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 92
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Schenectady County
- Phone
- (518) 370-0366
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