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Saratoga Independent School

459 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866-0128 -

School Notes Overview:

The Saratoga Independent School's mission is to empower each student to become a confident learner who is capable of critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork. SIS strives to equip children with the skills and knowledge they will need to succeed in an increasingly complex world, while enriching each day of their childhood. The educational program at the Saratoga Independent School is based on the belief that children learn best in an environment where each child is viewed as an individual with a unique learning style and distinct timetable for mastering skills. Curriculum is designed to develop children's knowledge and skill in all developmental areas--intellectual, emotional, social and physical. Content is selected and instruction designed to develop children's self-esteem, sense of competence, critical thinking skills and enthusiasm for learning....

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School Overview:

	Saratoga Independent School
School Membership(s)	National Association of Independent Schools State or regional independent school association New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades Prekindergarten - 6
County	Saratoga County, NY
Student Body
Total Students	62 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(NY) School Avg.
% Students of Color	11%	22%
Students by Grade
	Pre-K - 19 students
	Kind - 13 students
	Grade 1 - 6 students
	Grade 2 - 7 students
	Grade 3 - 10 students
	Grade 4 - 3 students
	Grade 5 - 4 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	6 teachers
Classroom dress code	Casual
	This School	(NY) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:12	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	180 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling

School Notes:

The Saratoga Independent School's mission is to empower each student to become a confident learner who is capable of critical thinking, problem solving and teamwork. SIS strives to equip children with the skills and knowledge they will need to succeed in an increasingly complex world, while enriching each day of their childhood. The educational program at the Saratoga Independent School is based on the belief that children learn best in an environment where each child is viewed as an individual with a unique learning style and distinct timetable for mastering skills. Curriculum is designed to develop children's knowledge and skill in all developmental areas--intellectual, emotional, social and physical. Content is selected and instruction designed to develop children's self-esteem, sense of competence, critical thinking skills and enthusiasm for learning.
Profile last updated: 10/09/2009

In the News:

Brunch to honor 6 locals’ service, benefit Rotary scholarships (The Saratogian)
posted on October 9, 2009 at 10:03:29 am
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Local residents William and Susan Dake, Marie Glotzbach, Ed Lewi, Beatrice Sweeney and Julie Van Deusen will be honored at a brunch on Oct. 25 to raise funds for Saratoga Springs Rotary Education Foundation scholarships.
Local technology expert starts franchise to educate children (The Saratogian)
posted on July 1, 2009 at 08:35:27 pm
SARATOGA SPRINGS — When Karen-Anne Doescher got laid off from her job at J.P. Morgan last fall, along with thousands of other employees, she had two choices: search for another position in a competitive job market or open up her own business.
Mural project joins art, science and language (The Saratogian)
posted on May 18, 2009 at 09:12:57 pm
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Students from the Saratoga Independent School and local artist Shawn Banner have put the final brushstrokes on a mural project at the school.

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (12866)	School Zip (12866)	(NY) State Average
Population (Approximate)	34,570 people	18,975,234 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	46%	32%
Population Average Age	37 years old	35 years old
Average Household size	2.3 persons	2.5 persons
Median Household Income	$46,463	$44,151
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	5.5 rooms	4.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	40 years old	58 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	62% / 38%	41% / 59%