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Castle Island Bilingual Montessori
Elementary School
53 BRADFORD ST, Albany, NY 12206
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
2.2:1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
2.2:1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Castle Island Bilingual Montessori
Castle Island Bilingual Montessori is an all-boys private elementary school in Albany, NY 12206. The school serves approximately 14 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 2.2:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $38,931, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 14 students, Castle Island Bilingual Montessori is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 2.2:1, Castle Island Bilingual Montessori offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Castle Island Bilingual Montessori operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2024 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $45,381
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $45,091
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.99x — Tight
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 90%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $67,200
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 14 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Castle Island Bilingual Montessori compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Albany, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Castle Island Bilingual Montessori (this school) | — |
| SHERIDAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 6.4 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS | 4.5 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS | 4.8 |
| ROOTS ACADEMY AT WEST HILL | 5.9 |
| KIPP TECH VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| ARBOR HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| THOMAS S O'BRIEN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY | 6.8 |
| PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| HENRY JOHNSON CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| GIFFEN MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.9 |
| KIPP ALBANY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL | 2.4 |
| ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES | 7.1 |
| MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL | 7.8 |
| EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.0 |
| SHAKER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| SAND CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| ROESSLEVILLE SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| FOREST PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.6 |
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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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.2:1
- Address
- 53 BRADFORD ST, Albany, NY 12206
- Phone
- (518) 533-9838
- 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
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
53 BRADFORD ST, Albany, NY 12206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Castle Island Bilingual Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away). Another option is THOMAS S O'BRIEN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away). Additionally, HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away). For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Castle Island Bilingual Montessori has a median household income of $38,931. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $162,300, with a median rent of $1,189/month. The area has a poverty rate of 37.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| BETHEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Castle Island Bilingual Montessori
What grades does Castle Island Bilingual Montessori serve?
Castle Island Bilingual Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Castle Island Bilingual Montessori?
Castle Island Bilingual Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Castle Island Bilingual Montessori?
The student-teacher ratio at Castle Island Bilingual Montessori is 2.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Castle Island Bilingual Montessori a private school?
Yes, Castle Island Bilingual Montessori is a private all-boys 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 Castle Island Bilingual Montessori a religious school?
No, Castle Island Bilingual Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,693/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Albany). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- ALBANY
- Phone
- (518) 533-9838
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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