Top 5 Best Albany Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 24 private schools serving 4,010 students in Albany, NY (there are 37 public schools, serving 18,264 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in Albany, NY are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 14%).
The best top ranked private schools in Albany, NY include St. Pius X School, Blessed Sacrament School and Christian Brothers Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 79%, which is same as the New York private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
54% of private schools in Albany, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Albany Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
St. Pius X School
St. Pius X School Photo - St. Pius X School is a special place where children learn what they live in a safe and caring environment. Please visit our website for pictures of our beautiful campus and to learn more about our academics and school community. www.stpius-x.com
(Catholic)
75 Upper Loudon Rd
Albany, NY 12211
(518) 465-4539
Grades: PK-8
| 542 students
135-140 Academy Road
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 429-2300
Grades: PK-12
| 712 students
Blessed Sacrament School
(Catholic)
605 Central Avenue
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 438-5854
Grades: PK-8
| 158 students
Castle Island Bilingual Montessori
Castle Island Bilingual Montessori Photo - Joyful friends!
Montessori School
602 Broadway
Albany, NY 12207
(518) 533-9838
Grades: NS-6
| 48 students
Christian Brothers Academy
All-boys (Catholic)
(1)
12 Airline Dr
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 452-9809
Grades: 5-12
| 506 students
Loudonville Christian School
Loudonville Christian School Photo - Come visit our beautiful and inviting campus!
(Christian)
374 Loudon Road
Albany, NY 12211
(518) 434-6051
Grades: PK-12
| 201 students
Academy Of The Holy Names
Academy Of The Holy Names Photo
All-girls (Catholic)
1075 New Scotland Road
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 438-7895
Grades: 6-12
| students
Albany Jcc
Daycare / Preschool
340 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 689-0039
Grades: PK-K
| 74 students
All Saints Catholic Academy
All Saints Catholic Academy Photo
(Catholic)
10 Rosemont St
Albany, NY 12203
(518) 438-0066
Grades: PK-8
| 233 students
Bishop Maginn High School
(Catholic)
99 Slingerland Street
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 463-2247
Grades: 9-12
| 114 students
The Free School
The Free School Photo - Thisis us!
Special Program Emphasis
8 Elm St
Albany, NY 12202
(518) 434-3072
Grades: K-8
| 28 students
100 Academy Road Suite 100
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 482-0464
Grades: NS-8
| students
Kevin G Langan School
Kevin G Langan School Photo - Each classroom tailors activities and lessons to best support the unique needs of students with complex disabilities.
Special Education School
314 So Manning Blvd
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 437-5680
Grades: K-12
| 155 students
La Salle School
All-boys
391 Western Ave
Albany, NY 12203
(518) 242-4731
Grades: 7-12
| 61 students
Langan School/center For Disability Services
Special Education School
314 S Manning Blvd
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 437-5685
Grades: Inquire with school
| 154 students
Maimonides Hebrew Day School
Maimonides Hebrew Day School Photo
(Jewish)
(1)
404 Partridge St
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 453-9363
Grades: PK-12
| 100 students
Maria College Campus School
Daycare / Preschool
700 New Scotland Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 482-3631
Grades: NS-PK
| 98 students
Mater Christi School
(Catholic)
(1)
35 Hurst Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 489-3111
Grades: PK-8
| 201 students
Neil Hellman School/parsons Child & Family Center
Special Education School
60 Academy Rd
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 426-2785
Grades: 3-12
| 108 students
Our Savior's Christian School
Our Savior's Christian School Photo
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(1)
63 Mountain View Ave
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 459-2273
Grades: PK-8
| 137 students
Pineview Community Church Preschool
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
251 Washington Avenue Ext
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 456-6786
Grades: PK-K
| 116 students
St. Anne Institute
All-girls | Special Education School
(5)
160 N Main Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 437-6573
Grades: 7-12
| 78 students
St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School
Special Education School
30 N Main Ave
Albany, NY 12203
(518) 453-6710
Grades: K-6
| 45 students
Saint Gregory's School
Saint Gregory's School Photo
(Catholic)
121 Old Niskayuna Rd
Albany, NY 12211
(518) 785-6621
Grades: NS-8
| 141 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Albany, New York

Albany, New York Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
20 Sumpter Ave
Albany, NY 12203
(518) 456-5400
Grades: K-9
| 169 students
309 Sheridan Avenue
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 434-4264
Grades: PK-8
| 111 students
50 Summit Avenue
Albany, NY 12209
(518) 465-1973
Grades: PK-8
| 127 students
St. Matthew Lutheran School (Closed 2016)
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
75 Whitehall Rd
Albany, NY 12209
(518) 463-6495
Grades: PK-K
| 88 students
8 Hollywood Avenue
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 482-3736
Grades: PK-8
| 183 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Albany, NY?
The top ranked private schools in Albany, NY include St. Pius X School, Blessed Sacrament School and Christian Brothers Academy.
How many private schools are located in Albany, NY?
24 private schools are located in Albany, NY.
How diverse are private schools in Albany, NY?
Albany, NY private schools are approximately 24% minority students, which is lower than the New York private school average of 41%.
What percentage of students in Albany, NY go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in Albany, NY are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Albany, NY?
54% of private schools in Albany, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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