Very Good

#226 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 23% of private schools

Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children

School

3374 FRANKLIN AVE, Millbrook, NY 12545

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

5.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

UG – UG

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

5.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#226 of 992

In Millbrook

#2 of 3

public schools

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About Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children

Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children is a private school in Millbrook, NY. Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #226 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.0 pts above NY schools

7.2

This school 7.2 · Very Good
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 54 students, Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children 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 Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children compares to the 4 public schools in Millbrook, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

5.4:1

This School

8.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

195

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

7.2

This School

7.7

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 51.9% vs 0%

Black 22.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 14.8% vs 0%

Asian 9.3% vs 0%

Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children Millbrook Public Avg

All Schools in Millbrook

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children (this school)	—	54	5.4:1	7.2
ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.3 mi	181	10.1:1	7.7
MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.4 mi	165	6.1:1	7.3
ELM DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	0.4 mi	176	8.4:1	6.9
MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL	0.5 mi	257	9.9:1	8.8

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

A 8.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.4:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 5.0 / 10

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School Day Length 5.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,155

Diversity & Inclusion

A 9.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 65%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.5 / 10

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Enrollment 54

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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 51.9%

Black 22.2%

Hispanic 14.8%

Asian 9.3%

Two or More 1.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3374 FRANKLIN AVE, Millbrook, NY 12545

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children may also want to explore other schools in the area. MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLD SPRING EARLY LEARNING CENTER (rated 8.0/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Stanfordville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DOVER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Dover Plains), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Millbrook, see our Millbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook	0.3 mi	181	7.7
MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Millbrook	0.4 mi	165	7.3
MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL Millbrook	0.5 mi	257	8.8
ELM DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook	0.4 mi	176	6.9
DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL Millbrook	1.3 mi	157	7.3
UPTON LAKE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clinton Corners	5.0 mi	75	6.4
MILLBROOK SCHOOL Millbrook	5.8 mi	331	7.1
COLD SPRING EARLY LEARNING CENTER Stanfordville	7.4 mi	153	8.0
DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains	6.4 mi	295	5.1
RIDGE SCHOOL Salt Point	6.2 mi	2	—
TRAVER ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL Pleasant Valley	7.3 mi	345	7.3
VAIL FARM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lagrangeville	9.4 mi	658	6.6
UNION VALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville	9.7 mi	958	7.1
DOVER HIGH SCHOOL Dover Plains	9.0 mi	465	7.8
DOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Dover Plains	9.0 mi	295	6.4
ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lagrangeville	9.7 mi	2,472	7.8
MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL Amenia	9.0 mi	21	—
WEST ROAD/D'AQUANNIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pleasant Valley	8.5 mi	327	5.0
LAGRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville	10.5 mi	831	4.9
NETHERWOOD SCHOOL Hyde Park	9.0 mi	291	7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,991

Median Home Value

$414,800

Median Rent

$1,207/mo

Population

4,389

College Educated

41.2%

Homeownership

58.1%

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

56.4

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WEST SAYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Sayville, NY	51	7.2
THE LANG SCHOOL New York, NY	49	7.1
ARCHANGEL SCHOOL Rochester, NY	62	7.4
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NEWCOMB CENTRAL SCHOOL Newcomb, NY	49	7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children

What grades does Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children serve?

Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children?

Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children?

The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children rank in NY?

Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children ranks #226 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children's MySchoolScout rating?

Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children a private school?

Yes, Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children 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 Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children a religious school?

No, Cardinal Hayes School for Special Children is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 12 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: UG – UG
Enrollment: 54
Gender Split: 70% M / 30% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 5.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 10
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 5.5 hours
Days Per Year: 210 days
Setting: Distant Rural
County: Dutchess County
Phone: (845) 677-3251

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