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#785 of 992 private schools in NY
St Bernards School
Elementary School
63 RIVER ST, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#785 of 992
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St Bernards School
Elementary School in Saranac Lake · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Bernards School
St Bernards School is a private elementary school in Saranac Lake, NY. St Bernards School serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bernards School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #785 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 79 students, St Bernards 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, St Bernards School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Bernards 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 St Bernards School compares to the 4 public schools in Saranac Lake, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Saranac Lake
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bernards School (this school) | 5.4 |
| SARANAC LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| PETROVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.6 |
| SARANAC LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 8.3 |
| BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL | 6.2 |
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
63 RIVER ST, Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bernards School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LAKE PLACID ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Lake Placid), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AUSABLE FORKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 23.6 miles away, in nearby Au Sable Forks), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saranac Lake, see our Saranac Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12983 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,604
Median Home Value
$207,800
Median Rent
$845/mo
Population
7,410
College Educated
42.6%
Homeownership
57%
Avg Commute
14.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DREAM CHARTER SCHOOL HIGHBRIDGE Bronx, NY | 5.4 |
| HANCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hancock, NY | 5.4 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon, NY | 5.4 |
| ST MICHAELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penn Yan, NY | 5.4 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-FORT GREENE Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| YESHIVA KETANA OF MANHATTAN New York, NY | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bernards School
What grades does St Bernards School serve?
St Bernards School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend St Bernards School?
St Bernards School has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bernards School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bernards School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bernards School rank in NY?
St Bernards School ranks #785 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Bernards School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bernards School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Bernards School a private school?
Yes, St Bernards 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 St Bernards School a religious school?
St Bernards School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 79
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Phone
- (518) 891-2830
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