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#636 of 992 private schools in NY
Susan Odell Taylor School for Children
Elementary School
116 PINEWOODS AVE, Troy, NY 12180
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#636 of 992
In Troy
#4 of 5
public schools
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Susan Odell Taylor School for Children
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About Susan Odell Taylor School for Children
Susan Odell Taylor School for Children is a private elementary school in Troy, NY. Susan Odell Taylor School for Children serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Susan Odell Taylor School for Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #636 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Susan Odell Taylor School for Children 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 students to teachers, Susan Odell Taylor School for Children sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Susan Odell Taylor School for Children 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 Susan Odell Taylor School for Children compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Troy, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Susan Odell Taylor School for Children (this school) | 5.9 |
| PS 14 | 7.1 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| PS 18 | 5.6 |
| PS 16 | 7.4 |
| KIPP TROY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| NORTH GREENBUSH SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| PS 2 | 5.7 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| RENSSELAER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| TURNPIKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| TAMARAC MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL | 5.3 |
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
116 PINEWOODS AVE, Troy, NY 12180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Susan Odell Taylor School for Children may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BELL TOP SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTH GREENBUSH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PS 16 (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Troy, see our Troy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EMMA WILLARD SCHOOL Troy | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Troy | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 14 Troy | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL Troy | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 18 Troy | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| GARDNER-DICKINSON SCHOOL Wynantskill | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wynantskill | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| LA SALLE INSTITUTE Troy | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 2 Troy | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| NORTH GREENBUSH SCHOOL Troy | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 16 Troy | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| KIPP TROY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Troy | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| HEATLY SCHOOL Green Island | 2.4 mi | 5.2 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 3.3 mi | 3.5 |
| LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
| RENSSELAER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 3.5 mi | 3.7 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,767
Median Home Value
$233,000
Median Rent
$1,188/mo
Population
54,071
College Educated
40.1%
Homeownership
47.5%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
34.6
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| BAY SHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY | 5.9 |
| GENESEE COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Geneseo, NY | 5.9 |
| OYSTERPONDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orient, NY | 5.9 |
| THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing, NY | 5.9 |
| CHABAD OF NORTHEAST QUEENS HEBREW SCHOOL Bayside, NY | 6.0 |
| PORTFOLIO SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Susan Odell Taylor School for Children
What grades does Susan Odell Taylor School for Children serve?
Susan Odell Taylor School for Children serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Susan Odell Taylor School for Children?
Susan Odell Taylor School for Children has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Susan Odell Taylor School for Children?
The student-teacher ratio at Susan Odell Taylor School for Children is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Susan Odell Taylor School for Children rank in NY?
Susan Odell Taylor School for Children ranks #636 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Susan Odell Taylor School for Children's MySchoolScout rating?
Susan Odell Taylor School for Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Susan Odell Taylor School for Children a private school?
Yes, Susan Odell Taylor School for Children 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 Susan Odell Taylor School for Children a religious school?
No, Susan Odell Taylor School for Children is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Phone
- (518) 274-4994
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