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#176 of 992 private schools in NY

Top 18% of private schools

The Homestead School

School

428 HOLLOW RD, Glen Spey, NY 12737

Private

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

4.8:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

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#176 of 992

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The Homestead School

7.4/10

School in Glen Spey · grades Pre-K – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

George Ross Mackenzie Elementary School

4.9/10

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6.9/10

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About The Homestead School

The Homestead School is a private school in Glen Spey, NY. The Homestead School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Homestead School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #176 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.2 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 189 students, The Homestead 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 4.8:1 students to teachers, The Homestead School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Homestead 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

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How The Homestead School compares to the 1 public school in Glen Spey, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
This School
vs
9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
189
This School
vs
226
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 72.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.2% vs 0%
Black 2.6% vs 0%
Asian 1.6% vs 0%
The Homestead School Glen Spey Public Avg

All Schools in Glen Spey

School Rating
The Homestead School (this school) 7.4
GEORGE ROSS MACKENZIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 43%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 189
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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)

White 72.5%
Two or More 18.0%
Hispanic 4.2%
Black 2.6%
Asian 1.6%
Native American 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

428 HOLLOW RD, Glen Spey, NY 12737

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Homestead School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PORT JERVIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Port Jervis), which scores notably higher. Another option is Delaware Valley HS (rated 8.7/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE CENTER FOR DISCOVERY (rated 7.5/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby Monticello), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glen Spey, see our Glen Spey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.2 mi
School Distance Rating
GEORGE ROSS MACKENZIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Spey 1.4 mi 4.9
ELDRED JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Eldred 5.2 mi 6.9
Shohola El Sch Shohola 6.9 mi 6.7
Delaware Valley Middle School Milford 9.2 mi 5.8
Delaware Valley HS Milford 9.3 mi 8.7
Delaware Valley El Sch Matamoras 9.8 mi 6.7
ANNA S KUHL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jervis 10.0 mi 6.9
PORT JERVIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jervis 10.0 mi 5.6
PORT JERVIS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Port Jervis 10.0 mi 9.0
Montague Township School Montague 12.4 mi 7.1
Dingman-Delaware Primary Sch Dingmans Ferry 13.6 mi 6.5
Dingman-Delaware El Sch Dingmans Ferry 13.6 mi 6.4
Dingman-Delaware MS Dingmans Ferry 13.7 mi 5.9
ROBERT J KAISER MIDDLE SCHOOL Monticello 14.0 mi 4.1
MONTICELLO HIGH SCHOOL Monticello 14.1 mi 6.5
KENNETH L RUTHERFORD SCHOOL Monticello 14.2 mi 3.0
N A HAMILTON BICENTENNIAL SCHOOL Cuddebackville 11.9 mi 6.6
GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL Monticello 14.9 mi 4.8
THE CENTER FOR DISCOVERY Monticello 16.1 mi 7.5
Sandyston Walpack Consolidated School Layton 17.2 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12737 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,150

Median Home Value

$280,600

Median Rent

$876/mo

Population

1,817

College Educated

38.2%

Homeownership

93.2%

Avg Commute

36.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Homestead School

What grades does The Homestead School serve?

The Homestead School serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.

How many students attend The Homestead School?

The Homestead School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Homestead School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Homestead School is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Homestead School rank in NY?

The Homestead School ranks #176 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is The Homestead School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Homestead School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Homestead School a private school?

Yes, The Homestead 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 The Homestead School a religious school?

No, The Homestead School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
189
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Sullivan County

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