Very Good
#251 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 25% of private schools
Mater Christi School
Elementary School
35 HURST AVE, Albany, NY 12208
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
156
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#251 of 992
In Albany
#7 of 15
public schools
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Mater Christi School
Elementary School in Albany · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mater Christi School
Mater Christi School is a private elementary school in Albany, NY. Mater Christi School serves approximately 156 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mater Christi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #251 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 156 students, Mater Christi School 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Mater Christi School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mater Christi School 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
BetaHow Mater Christi School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Albany, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
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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.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
35 HURST AVE, Albany, NY 12208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mater Christi School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ELSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Delmar), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LANGAN SCHOOL/CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES Albany | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| MAIMONIDES HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Albany | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| ACADEMY OF THE HOLY NAMES Albany | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| NYS DEPT OF CORRECTIONS PLACEMENT Albany | 1.6 mi | — |
| PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Albany | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST CATHERINE'S CTR FOR CHILDREN R & E MAY SCHOOL Albany | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| ALBANY ACADEMIES Albany | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| NEIL HELLMAN SCHOOL/NORTHERN RIVERS FAMILY SERVICE Albany | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| ELSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL Albany | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LASALLE SCHOOL Albany | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LA SALLE SCHOOL Albany | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| HEBREW ACADEMY OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT Albany | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL Albany | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ST ANNE INSTITUTE Albany | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,505
Median Home Value
$255,300
Median Rent
$1,291/mo
Population
23,936
College Educated
55.6%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
33
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIDGES ACADEMY (THE) West Islip, NY | 7.0 |
| COLEBROOK SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.0 |
| GLEN-WORDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scotia, NY | 7.0 |
| GOOSEHILL PRIMARY CENTER Cold Spring Harbor, NY | 7.0 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Rockville Centre, NY | 7.0 |
| ROCKWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nedrow, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mater Christi School
What grades does Mater Christi School serve?
Mater Christi School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mater Christi School?
Mater Christi School has an enrollment of approximately 156 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mater Christi School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mater Christi School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mater Christi School rank in NY?
Mater Christi School ranks #251 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Mater Christi School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mater Christi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mater Christi School a private school?
Yes, Mater Christi School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mater Christi School a religious school?
Mater Christi School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 156
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Albany County
- Phone
- (518) 489-3111
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