Below Average
#904 of 992 private schools in NY
St Paul School
Elementary School
365 KINGS HWY, Valley Cottage, NY 10989
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
67
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#904 of 992
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St Paul School
Elementary School in Valley Cottage · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Paul School
St Paul School is a private elementary school in Valley Cottage, NY. St Paul School serves approximately 67 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #904 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 67 students, St Paul 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.
St Paul School runs 22.3:1 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 Paul 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 Paul School compares to the 2 public schools in Valley Cottage, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Valley Cottage
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul School (this school) | 4.8 |
| VALLEY COTTAGE SCHOOL | 8.8 |
| LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
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
365 KINGS HWY, Valley Cottage, NY 10989
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEY COTTAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby New City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby West Nyack), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Valley Cottage, see our Valley Cottage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10989 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,501
Median Home Value
$512,700
Median Rent
$2,017/mo
Population
8,410
College Educated
57.8%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
49.1
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|---|---|
| CHABAD ACADEMY OF ARTS & SCIENCES Bayside, NY | 4.8 |
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| ELMWOOD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL White Plains, NY | 4.8 |
| SOUTH BAY JR ACADEMY OF SDA Babylon, NY | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul School
What grades does St Paul School serve?
St Paul School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend St Paul School?
St Paul School has an enrollment of approximately 67 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul School is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul School rank in NY?
St Paul School ranks #904 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Paul School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul School a private school?
Yes, St Paul 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 Paul School a religious school?
St Paul School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 67
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rockland County
- Phone
- (845) 268-6506
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