Very Good
#245 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 25% of private schools
Saratoga Independent School
Elementary School
459 LAKE AVE, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
107
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#245 of 992
In Saratoga Springs
#1 of 4
public schools
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Saratoga Independent School
Elementary School in Saratoga Springs · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Saratoga Independent School
Saratoga Independent School is a private elementary school in Saratoga Springs, NY. Saratoga Independent School serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Saratoga Independent School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #245 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 107 students, Saratoga Independent 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, Saratoga Independent School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Saratoga Independent 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 Saratoga Independent School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Saratoga Springs, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Saratoga Independent School (this school) | 7.1 |
| CAROLINE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| DOROTHY NOLAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.3 |
| LAKE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| MAPLE AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.8 |
| DIVISION STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| GEYSER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
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
459 LAKE AVE, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saratoga Independent School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SCHUYLERVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Schuylerville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MALTA AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Ballston Spa), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saratoga Springs, see our Saratoga Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12866 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,374
Median Home Value
$419,200
Median Rent
$1,460/mo
Population
39,657
College Educated
55%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
44.2
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|---|---|
| FLOYD HARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartford, NY | 7.1 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Fresh Meadows, NY | 7.1 |
| LAKE PLEASANT SCHOOL Speculator, NY | 7.1 |
| PS 958 Brooklyn, NY | 7.1 |
| TRINITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.1 |
| BLUE ROCK SCHOOL West Nyack, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saratoga Independent School
What grades does Saratoga Independent School serve?
Saratoga Independent School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Saratoga Independent School?
Saratoga Independent School has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saratoga Independent School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saratoga Independent School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Saratoga Independent School rank in NY?
Saratoga Independent School ranks #245 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Saratoga Independent School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saratoga Independent School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Saratoga Independent School a private school?
Yes, Saratoga Independent School 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 Saratoga Independent School a religious school?
No, Saratoga Independent School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 107
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Saratoga County
- Phone
- (518) 583-0841
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