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#113 of 991 private schools in NY

Top 11% of private schools

Children's Home of Kingston

High School

26 GROVE ST, Kingston, NY 12401

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

2.5:1

Score

7.6

Grades

6th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Kingston

#1 of 4

public schools

New York high schools

#24 of 191

About Children's Home of Kingston

Children's Home of Kingston is a small public school located in the heart of Kingston, New York. Serving grades 6 through 12, the school has an enrollment of just 30 students and maintains a low student-to-teacher ratio of 2.5:1 with 12 full-time equivalent teachers. This intimate setting allows for personalized attention and support for each student.

Despite its small size and close-knit community, Children's Home of Kingston currently ranks #154 out of 991 schools in New York State, placing it around the 85th percentile. While specific test scores are not available to provide a detailed academic performance overview, the school is focusing on student development and growth. Children’s Home of Kingston sits in a small city setting within Ulster County, providing students with a tight-knit community atmosphere that fosters personal connections and support among peers and educators.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 30 students, Children's Home of Kingston 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 2.5:1, Children's Home of Kingston 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, Children's Home of Kingston 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 (2023 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$254,304
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$231,804
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
0.91x — Tight
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
94%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$6.0M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 30 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Children's Home of Kingston compares to the 6 public schools in Kingston, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.5:1
This School
vs
10.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
729
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 43.3% vs 0%
Black 30% vs 0%
Hispanic 26.7% vs 0%
Children's Home of Kingston Kingston Public Avg

All Schools in Kingston

School Rating
Children's Home of Kingston (this school) 7.6
JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL 6.4
KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL 7.4
GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL 7.2
CHAMBERS SCHOOL 7.0
J WATSON BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL 6.0
HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL 5.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 2.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,290
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 65%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 30
View data sources

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 43.3%
Black 30.0%
Hispanic 26.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

26 GROVE ST, Kingston, NY 12401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Children's Home of Kingston may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RED HOOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Red Hook), which scores slightly higher. Another option is THE MOUNT ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Esopus), with a very similar rating. Additionally, KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kingston, see our Kingston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Kingston 0.5 mi 6.4
KINGSTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Kingston 0.9 mi 5.7
KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL Kingston 1.3 mi 7.4
ROBERT R GRAVES SCHOOL Port Ewen 2.1 mi 8.7
CHAMBERS SCHOOL Kingston 2.6 mi 7.0
GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL Kingston 2.3 mi 7.2
J WATSON BAILEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Kingston 3.2 mi 6.0
HARRY L EDSON SCHOOL Kingston 3.2 mi 5.7
WRAPAROUND SERVICES OF THE HUDSON VALLEY INC Lake Katrine 4.3 mi 6.0
M CLIFFORD MILLER MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Katrine 4.2 mi 6.3
E R CROSBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Katrine 4.3 mi 7.4
BULKELEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rhinebeck 3.6 mi 9.4
RHINEBECK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rhinebeck 3.6 mi 7.4
CENTER FOR SPECTRUM SERVICES Kingston 4.9 mi 6.1
CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rhinebeck 3.8 mi 9.1
THE MOUNT ACADEMY Esopus 5.9 mi 7.7
ERNEST C MYER SCHOOL Hurley 4.8 mi 8.5
ANDERSON CENTER FOR AUTISM Staatsburg 6.9 mi 8.2
RED HOOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Red Hook 6.8 mi 8.4
LINDEN AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Red Hook 6.9 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,426

Median Home Value

$285,700

Median Rent

$1,300/mo

Population

35,058

College Educated

31.9%

Homeownership

56.8%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

17.2%

Median Age

40.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Children's Home of Kingston has a median household income of $67,426. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $285,700, with a median rent of $1,300/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.2%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE Oceanside, NY 7.4
REACH ACADEMY (THE) West Harrison, NY 7.4
FRANKLIN-ESSEX-HAMILTON BOCES Malone, NY 7.1
MOUNTAIN LAKE ACADEMY Lake Placid, NY 8.2
THE KARAFIN SCHOOL Mount Kisco, NY 6.9
ST ANNE INSTITUTE Albany, NY 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Children's Home of Kingston

What grades does Children's Home of Kingston serve?

Children's Home of Kingston serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Children's Home of Kingston?

Children's Home of Kingston has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Children's Home of Kingston?

The student-teacher ratio at Children's Home of Kingston is 2.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Children's Home of Kingston rank in NY?

Children's Home of Kingston is ranked #113 out of 991 private schools in NY.

What is Children's Home of Kingston's MySchoolScout rating?

Children's Home of Kingston has a composite rating of 7.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Children's Home of Kingston a private school?

Yes, Children's Home of Kingston 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 Children's Home of Kingston a religious school?

No, Children's Home of Kingston is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,008/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Kingston). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
215 days
Setting
Small City
County
ULSTER
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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