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#457 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 46% of private schools
Upton Lake Christian School
School
37 SHEPHERDS WAY, Clinton Corners, NY 12514
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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About Upton Lake Christian School
Upton Lake Christian School is a private school in Clinton Corners, NY. Upton Lake Christian School serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Upton Lake Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #457 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Upton Lake Christian 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 6.2:1 students to teachers, Upton Lake Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Upton Lake Christian 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.
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
37 SHEPHERDS WAY, Clinton Corners, NY 12514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Upton Lake Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. CARDINAL HAYES SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN (rated 7.2/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Millbrook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DUTCHESS BOCES (rated 5.4/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Poughkeepsie), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clinton Corners, see our Clinton Corners schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIDGE SCHOOL Salt Point | 2.3 mi | — |
| COLD SPRING EARLY LEARNING CENTER Stanfordville | 4.9 mi | 8.0 |
| ELM DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook | 4.7 mi | 6.9 |
| CARDINAL HAYES SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Millbrook | 5.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ALDEN PLACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Millbrook | 5.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MILLBROOK HIGH SCHOOL Millbrook | 5.2 mi | 8.8 |
| MILLBROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL Millbrook | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| TRAVER ROAD PRIMARY SCHOOL Pleasant Valley | 6.8 mi | 7.3 |
| NETHERWOOD SCHOOL Hyde Park | 5.9 mi | 7.1 |
| DUTCHESS DAY SCHOOL Millbrook | 6.3 mi | 7.3 |
| WEST ROAD/D'AQUANNIS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Pleasant Valley | 7.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MILLBROOK SCHOOL Millbrook | 7.3 mi | 7.1 |
| DUTCHESS BOCES Poughkeepsie | 8.4 mi | 5.4 |
| FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hyde Park | 7.4 mi | 8.2 |
| NORTH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hyde Park | 7.4 mi | 6.0 |
| RALPH R SMITH SCHOOL Hyde Park | 8.6 mi | 4.3 |
| HAVILAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Hyde Park | 8.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CHANCELLOR LIVINGSTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rhinebeck | 9.2 mi | 7.6 |
| ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 11.3 mi | 7.8 |
| BULKELEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Rhinebeck | 9.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,147
Median Home Value
$411,900
Median Rent
$1,117/mo
Population
3,120
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
93.7%
Avg Commute
37.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
56.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| JEWISH HERITAGE DAY SCHOOL/OHR TEMIMIM Amherst, NY | 6.4 |
| LINNAEUS W WEST SCHOOL Endicott, NY | 6.4 |
| MAIMONIDES HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Albany, NY | 6.4 |
| ABILITIES FIRST Poughkeepsie, NY | 6.5 |
| CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF WESTERN NEW YORK North Tonawanda, NY | 6.3 |
| KULANU ACADEMY Cedarhurst, NY | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Upton Lake Christian School
What grades does Upton Lake Christian School serve?
Upton Lake Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Upton Lake Christian School?
Upton Lake Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Upton Lake Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Upton Lake Christian School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Upton Lake Christian School rank in NY?
Upton Lake Christian School ranks #457 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Upton Lake Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Upton Lake Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Upton Lake Christian School a private school?
Yes, Upton Lake Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Upton Lake Christian School a religious school?
Upton Lake Christian School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Dutchess County
- Phone
- (845) 266-3497
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