Very Good
#260 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 26% of private schools
The Skill Building Center
Elementary School
984 HAVERSTRAW RD, Suffern, NY 10901
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
79
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#260 of 992
In Suffern
#1 of 6
public schools
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The Skill Building Center
Elementary School in Suffern · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Skill Building Center
The Skill Building Center is a private elementary school in Suffern, NY. The Skill Building Center serves approximately 79 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Skill Building Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #260 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 79 students, The Skill Building Center 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 4.1:1 students to teachers, The Skill Building Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Skill Building Center 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 The Skill Building Center compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Suffern, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Skill Building Center (this school) | 7.0 |
| LIME KILN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.0 |
| VIOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.2 |
| POMONA MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| MONTEBELLO ROAD SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| SUFFERN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| CHERRY LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 5.5 |
| RICHARD P CONNOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
984 HAVERSTRAW RD, Suffern, NY 10901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Skill Building Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GRANDVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Monsey), a more accessible option. Another option is VIOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BAIS YAAKOV CHOFETZ CHAIM OF POMONA (rated 5.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Pomona), a more accessible option. For more schools in Suffern, see our Suffern schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAIS YAAKOV OF RAMAPO Suffern | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| TIFERET TORAH - SEPHARDIC HERITAGE CENTER Suffern | 0.2 mi | — |
| SHAAREI ARAZIM OF MONSEY Suffern | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| YESHIVA KETANA OHR REUVEN Suffern | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| LIME KILN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| YESHIVA NER TORAH Monsey | 1.5 mi | — |
| GRANDVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| VIOLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Suffern | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| YESHIVA OHR TORAH Monsey | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| YESHIVA BETH MIKROH Monsey | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| SUFFERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Suffern | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| BAIS YAAKOV CHOFETZ CHAIM OF POMONA Pomona | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| POMONA MIDDLE SCHOOL Suffern | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| SHAAREI TORAH OF ROCKLAND Suffern | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| YESHIVA OHEL TORAH Monsey | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| RAMAPO HIGH SCHOOL Spring Valley | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| BAS MIKROH GIRLS SCHOOL Spring Valley | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| HEMPSTEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spring Valley | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| CONGREGATION KOIFER NEFESH Monsey | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| MESIVTA AHAVAS HATORAH Spring Valley | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,651
Median Home Value
$490,700
Median Rent
$1,746/mo
Population
26,224
College Educated
47.5%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
40
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|---|---|
| BLUE ROCK SCHOOL West Nyack, NY | 7.0 |
| CATHEDRAL ACADEMY AT POMPEI Syracuse, NY | 7.0 |
| CITY OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.0 |
| CORLEARS SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.0 |
| JEWISH FOUNDATION SCHOOL OF STATEN ISLAND Staten Island, NY | 7.0 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SYRACUSE Syracuse, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Skill Building Center
What grades does The Skill Building Center serve?
The Skill Building Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Skill Building Center?
The Skill Building Center has an enrollment of approximately 79 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Skill Building Center?
The student-teacher ratio at The Skill Building Center is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Skill Building Center rank in NY?
The Skill Building Center ranks #260 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is The Skill Building Center's MySchoolScout rating?
The Skill Building Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Skill Building Center a private school?
Yes, The Skill Building Center is a private coeducational school with a Jewish 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 Skill Building Center a religious school?
The Skill Building Center has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 79
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 252 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Rockland County
- Phone
- (845) 425-3623
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