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#853 of 992 private schools in NY
St Denis-st Columba School
Elementary School
849 ROUTE 82, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#853 of 992
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St Denis-st Columba School
Elementary School in Hopewell Junction · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Denis-st Columba School
St Denis-st Columba School is a private elementary school in Hopewell Junction, NY. St Denis-st Columba School serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Denis-st Columba School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #853 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
St Denis-st Columba School runs 24.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
St Denis-st Columba 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 Denis-st Columba School compares to the 3 public schools in Hopewell Junction, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Hopewell Junction
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Denis-st Columba School (this school) | 5.1 |
| GAYHEAD SCHOOL | 6.6 |
| JOHN JAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 8.0 |
| ORCHARD VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL | 6.5 |
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
849 ROUTE 82, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Denis-st Columba School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Poughkeepsie), which scores notably higher. Another option is BRINCKERHOFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Fishkill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hopewell Junction, see our Hopewell Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GAYHEAD SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| VAN WYCK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| JOHN JAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ORCHARD VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hopewell Junction | 3.8 mi | — |
| NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 4.4 mi | 7.1 |
| BRINCKERHOFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| LAGRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 5.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.4 mi | 7.9 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 5.6 mi | 3.5 |
| ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 6.4 mi | 7.8 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 5.8 mi | 4.6 |
| UNION VALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 6.1 mi | 7.1 |
| FISHKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 5.6 mi | 5.2 |
| JAMES S EVANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.4 mi | 4.4 |
| BEEKMAN SCHOOL Poughquag | 5.5 mi | 5.8 |
| TITUSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Poughkeepsie | 6.7 mi | 5.2 |
| VAIL FARM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 6.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12533 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,950
Median Home Value
$440,800
Median Rent
$1,643/mo
Population
26,770
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
89.9%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
41.1
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| CAMBRIA CENTER FOR THE GIFTED CHILD Cambria Heights, NY | 5.1 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 5.1 |
| DOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dover Plains, NY | 5.1 |
| LYNDONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lyndonville, NY | 5.1 |
| MIDWOOD CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 5.1 |
| MORRISONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Morrisonville, NY | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Denis-st Columba School
What grades does St Denis-st Columba School serve?
St Denis-st Columba School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Denis-st Columba School?
St Denis-st Columba School has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Denis-st Columba School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Denis-st Columba School is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Denis-st Columba School rank in NY?
St Denis-st Columba School ranks #853 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Denis-st Columba School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Denis-st Columba School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Denis-st Columba School a private school?
Yes, St Denis-st Columba 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 Denis-st Columba School a religious school?
St Denis-st Columba School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 297
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Phone
- (845) 227-7777
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