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#560 of 992 private schools in NY

Mekeel Christian School

School

36-38 SACANDAGA RD, Scotia, NY 12302

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

272

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

272

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#560 of 992

In Scotia

#1 of 2

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About Mekeel Christian School

Mekeel Christian School is a private school in Scotia, NY. Mekeel Christian School serves approximately 272 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mekeel Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #560 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Mekeel Christian 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

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How Mekeel Christian School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Scotia, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.2:1

This School

10.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

272

This School

376

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

7.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.1% vs 0%

Black 14.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 9.6% vs 0%

Asian 6.6% vs 0%

Mekeel Christian School Scotia Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Mekeel Christian School (this school)	—	272	11.2:1	6.1
LINCOLN SCHOOL	0.3 mi	212	8.8:1	6.2
SACANDAGA SCHOOL	0.5 mi	313	10.8:1	7.0
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	0.5 mi	712	12.5:1	8.3
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.7 mi	495	11:1	7.0
GLEN-WORDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	1.9 mi	206	9.4:1	7.0
GLENDAAL SCHOOL	4.3 mi	210	11.1:1	8.5
PASHLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	4.4 mi	481	11.2:1	6.6

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

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

B- 5.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.6 / 10

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School Day Length 6.9 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,048.8

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 62%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 272

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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)

White 58.1%

Black 14.7%

Hispanic 9.6%

Two or More 7.4%

Asian 6.6%

Pacific Islander 3.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

36-38 SACANDAGA RD, Scotia, NY 12302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mekeel Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Schenectady), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCOTIA-GLENVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SACANDAGA SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Scotia, see our Scotia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
LINCOLN SCHOOL Scotia	0.3 mi	212	6.2
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scotia	0.5 mi	712	8.3
SACANDAGA SCHOOL Scotia	0.5 mi	313	7.0
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Scotia	0.7 mi	495	7.0
GLEN-WORDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scotia	1.9 mi	206	7.0
DESTINE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Schenectady	1.9 mi	145	4.1
HAMILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	2.5 mi	429	3.6
VAN CORLAER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	2.6 mi	413	2.3
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	2.6 mi	685	6.1
PLEASANT VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	2.5 mi	369	3.5
MONT PLEASANT MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady	2.6 mi	708	4.2
DR MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	2.6 mi	391	2.7
YATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	2.5 mi	318	4.2
WILLIAM C KEANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	3.2 mi	257	3.3
ONEIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady	2.8 mi	606	5.7
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	3.4 mi	310	2.9
CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady	3.2 mi	584	3.5
SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady	3.1 mi	2,860	8.4
DRAPER MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady	4.1 mi	680	5.1
JESSIE T ZOLLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	3.1 mi	442	6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,156

Median Home Value

$240,700

Median Rent

$1,207/mo

Population

27,470

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

43.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mekeel Christian School

What grades does Mekeel Christian School serve?

Mekeel Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Mekeel Christian School?

Mekeel Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 272 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mekeel Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mekeel Christian School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mekeel Christian School rank in NY?

Mekeel Christian School ranks #560 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Mekeel Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mekeel Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mekeel Christian School a private school?

Yes, Mekeel 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 Mekeel Christian School a religious school?

Mekeel Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 77 Very Walkable
Bike Score: 63 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 272
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.2:1
Teachers (FTE): 24
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6.9 hours
Days Per Year: 152 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Schenectady County
Phone: (518) 370-4272

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