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#344 of 992 private schools in NY

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Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School

High School

2600 ALBANY ST, Schenectady, NY 12304

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

201

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

201

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#344 of 992

In Schenectady

#3 of 5

public schools

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About Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School

Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School is a private high school in Schenectady, NY. Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #344 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools

6.7

This school 6.7 · Average
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons 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.

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How Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Schenectady, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

12.6:1

This School

11.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

201

This School

893

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.7

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.2% vs 0%

Black 21.4% vs 0%

Asian 7% vs 0%

Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School Schenectady Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School (this school)	—	201	12.6:1	6.7
CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.4 mi	584	9.4:1	3.5
MONT PLEASANT MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.8 mi	708	12.2:1	4.2
VAN ANTWERP MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.0 mi	421	9.8:1	6.5
SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL	2.3 mi	2,860	13.2:1	8.4
DRAPER MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.4 mi	680	11.7:1	5.1
MOHONASEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	2.5 mi	890	12.9:1	7.2
ONEIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.6 mi	606	10.8:1	5.7
IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL	2.6 mi	613	12:1	7.1
NISKAYUNA HIGH SCHOOL	2.7 mi	1,363	13.5:1	7.8
SCHALMONT HIGH SCHOOL	5.4 mi	541	11:1	7.6
SCHALMONT MIDDLE SCHOOL	5.5 mi	555	10.1:1	5.1

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

C+ 4.4 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.6:1

Instructional Commitment

A- 7.5 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 59%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 201

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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 58.2%

Black 21.4%

Two or More 13.4%

Asian 7.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2600 ALBANY ST, Schenectady, NY 12304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLSIDE SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ANNUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Schenectady, see our Schenectady schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PAIGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	0.5 mi	454	2.7
BRIGHT HOPE ACADEMY CENTER Schenectady	0.5 mi	8	—
BROWN SCHOOL Schenectady	0.5 mi	92	6.9
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	0.9 mi	478	5.1
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	1.1 mi	310	2.9
PINEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	1.3 mi	604	5.1
WILLIAM C KEANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	1.3 mi	257	3.3
CENTRAL PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady	1.4 mi	584	3.5
ST KATERI PARISH SCHOOL Schenectady	1.5 mi	111	6.2
HERMAN L BRADT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	1.4 mi	620	5.5
HOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	1.8 mi	414	7.0
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Schenectady	1.9 mi	381	7.3
VAN ANTWERP MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady	2.0 mi	421	6.5
DR MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	1.9 mi	391	2.7
SCHENECTADY HIGH SCHOOL Schenectady	2.3 mi	2,860	8.4
MONT PLEASANT MIDDLE SCHOOL Schenectady	1.8 mi	708	4.2
OUR WORLD MONTESSORI Niskayuna	2.2 mi	6	—
PLEASANT VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Schenectady	2.0 mi	369	3.5
ANNUR ISLAMIC SCHOOL Schenectady	2.0 mi	160	7.3
RIVER RUN COMMUNITY MONTESSORI Schenectady	2.4 mi	10	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,688

Median Home Value

$171,500

Median Rent

$1,049/mo

Population

22,027

College Educated

24.8%

Homeownership

59.6%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Median Age

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BRONX THEATRE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY	227	6.7
HOOSAC SCHOOL Hoosick, NY	217	6.7
ORISKANY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oriskany, NY	238	6.7
REMSEN JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Remsen, NY	177	6.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School

What grades does Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School serve?

Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School?

Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School?

The student-teacher ratio at Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School rank in NY?

Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School ranks #344 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School's MySchoolScout rating?

Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School a private school?

Yes, Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons 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 Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School a religious school?

Notre Dame-bishop Gibbons School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 37 Some Transit
Bike Score: 44 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 201
Gender Split: 50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Schenectady County
Phone: (518) 393-3131

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