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Helderberg Christian School
School
96 MAIN ST, East Berne, NY 12059
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Helderberg Christian School
Helderberg Christian School is a Christian, no specific denomination private school in East Berne, NY 12059. The school serves approximately 29 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $100,938, where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 29 students, Helderberg Christian School 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 5.8:1, Helderberg Christian School 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, Helderberg Christian School 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
- $7,042
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $7,581
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.08x — Stable
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 60%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $367,794
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 29 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Address
- 96 MAIN ST, East Berne, NY 12059
- Phone
- (518) 499-5416
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
96 MAIN ST, East Berne, NY 12059
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helderberg Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. BERNE-KNOX-WESTERLO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Berne). Another option is DUANESBURG HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Delanson). Additionally, GUILDERLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Guilderland). For more schools in East Berne, see our East Berne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12059 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,938
Median Home Value
$306,700
Median Rent
$1,094/mo
Population
1,531
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
90.3%
Avg Commute
34.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
48.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Helderberg Christian School has a median household income of $100,938. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $306,700, with a median rent of $1,094/month. The local poverty rate of 2.3% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helderberg Christian School
What grades does Helderberg Christian School serve?
Helderberg Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Helderberg Christian School?
Helderberg Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helderberg Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Helderberg Christian School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Helderberg Christian School a private school?
Yes, Helderberg Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Helderberg Christian School a religious school?
Helderberg Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- ALBANY
- Phone
- (518) 499-5416
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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