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Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm
Elementary School
6 LEANING RD, Essex, NY 12936
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm
Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm is an private elementary school in Essex, NY 12936. The school serves approximately 17 students in grades Kindergarten – 3rd with a student-teacher ratio of 3:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $73,843, where 42% 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 17 students, Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm 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 3:1, Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm 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, Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Address
- 6 LEANING RD, Essex, NY 12936
- Phone
- (518) 963-7385
- 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
6 LEANING RD, Essex, NY 12936
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Orchard School (rated 8.4/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby South Burlington). Another option is VERMONT DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Shelburne). Additionally, Shelburne Community School (rated 7.1/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Shelburne). For more schools in Essex, see our Essex schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE VIEW CAMPUS Westport | 6.5 mi | 7.0 |
| WILLSBORO CENTRAL SCHOOL Willsboro | 6.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Ferrisburgh Central School Ferrisburgh | 9.8 mi | 4.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CAMPUS Elizabethtown | 9.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Charlotte Central School Charlotte | 9.8 mi | 6.0 |
| VERMONT DAY SCHOOL Shelburne | 10.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Vergennes Union Elementary School Vergennes | 11.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Vergennes Union High School Vergennes | 11.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Shelburne Community School Shelburne | 11.5 mi | 7.1 |
| LAKE CHAMPLAIN WALDORF SCHOOL Shelburne | 11.7 mi | 6.5 |
| CHAMPLAIN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Vergennes | 12.0 mi | 3.9 |
| KEESEVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Keeseville | 16.2 mi | 4.0 |
| MORIAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Henry | 16.5 mi | 5.5 |
| MORIAH JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Henry | 16.5 mi | 5.4 |
| AUSABLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Clintonville | 15.6 mi | 5.8 |
| AUSABLE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Clintonville | 15.6 mi | 5.2 |
| VERMONT COMMONS SCHOOL South Burlington | 14.8 mi | 7.5 |
| BAIRD SCHOOL Burlington | 15.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Orchard School South Burlington | 15.2 mi | 8.4 |
| DAVIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL South Burlington | 15.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12936 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,843
Median Home Value
$221,600
Median Rent
$1,050/mo
Population
693
College Educated
41.6%
Homeownership
84.8%
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
57.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm has a median household income of $73,843. It is a well-educated community where 42% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $221,600, with a median rent of $1,050/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm
What grades does Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm serve?
Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm?
Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm?
The student-teacher ratio at Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm a private school?
Yes, Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm 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 Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm a religious school?
No, Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 17
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- ESSEX
- Phone
- (518) 963-7385
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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