Excellent
#30 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 3% of private schools
Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service
School
60 ACADEMY RD, Albany, NY 12208
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
2.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
123
Student-Teacher
2.3:1
Score
8.4
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#30 of 992
In Albany
#1 of 15
public schools
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About Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service
Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service is a private school in Albany, NY. Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service serves approximately 123 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 2.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #30 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 123 students, Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service 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 2.3:1 students to teachers, Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service 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 Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Albany, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service (this school) | 8.4 |
| ALBANY LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS | 3.5 |
| NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES | 5.8 |
| DELAWARE COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 3.3 |
| STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| WILLIAM S HACKETT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| THOMAS S O'BRIEN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY | 5.6 |
| GREEN TECH HIGH CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.4 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS | 4.6 |
| ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| SHERIDAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY | 3.8 |
| BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS | 4.1 |
| KIPP ALBANY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL | 1.9 |
| PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.3 |
| ROOTS ACADEMY AT WEST HILL | 3.6 |
| GIFFEN MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| HENRY JOHNSON CHARTER SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| ARBOR HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.1 |
| KIPP TECH VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL | 2.1 |
| EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.8 |
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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
60 ACADEMY RD, Albany, NY 12208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service may also want to explore other schools in the area. ALBANY ACADEMIES (rated 6.4/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MAIMONIDES HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood 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
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|---|---|
| LYCEUM KENNEDY JAPANESE SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.4 |
| TUXEDO PARK SCHOOL Tuxedo Park, NY | 8.4 |
| DEVEREUX IN NY Red Hook, NY | 8.5 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Merrick, NY | 8.5 |
| NEW YORK INSTITUTE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION Bronx, NY | 8.5 |
| NEW YORK SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF White Plains, NY | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service
What grades does Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service serve?
Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service?
Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service has an enrollment of approximately 123 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service?
The student-teacher ratio at Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service is 2.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service rank in NY?
Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service ranks #30 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service's MySchoolScout rating?
Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service a private school?
Yes, Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service 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 Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service a religious school?
No, Neil Hellman School/northern Rivers Family Service is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 123
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 225 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Albany County
- Phone
- (518) 257-6460
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