Doane Stuart School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked NY School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 174 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,725
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Doane Stuart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Other

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Doane Stuart School
Pre-K	7
Kind	4
1	4
2	7
3	6
4	7
5	15
6	12
7	8
8	20
9	19
10	18
11	15
12	32

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Year Founded

1852

Colors

Blue, Green

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

174 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

11%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

31 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

13 students

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

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Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,725

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by grade - www.doanestuart.org

% on Financial Aid

40%

Admissions Director

Karen Teich

Admissions Associate

Todd Crandalll

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Track and FieldVolleyball

Winter Track

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

19 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Chess ClubGay Straight Alliance

International ClubMock Trial

Music Performance ClubNewspaper Club

No Place for HatePhotography Club

Rocketry ClubStudent Ambassadors

Student GovernmentYearbook

Arts and Music Programs:

Drama ClubGuitar Ensemble

Jazz BandVocal Music

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Badminton ClubFencing

Yoga

School Notes

The mission of Doane Stuart is education in a college preparatory context, where the joy of discovery is valued. Doane Stuart emphasizes serious study, educates to social responsibility, and lays the foundation for a strong faith.

School Mascot: Thunderchicken

Doane Stuart is our region's only coeducational, Nursery through Grade 12 independent school. It is selected by our students and their parents because it provides rigorous college preparation, small class size, and a commitment to academic excellence, under the caring guidance of skilled and devoted teachers. The academic success of our students is enhanced by a commitment to service, an emphasis on leadership opportunities and a respect for others. Doane Stuart is a small school with a wide reach, offering unique partnerships within our school community and with the University at Albany, the Albany College of Pharmacy, the Albany Institute of History and Art, the Arts Center of the Capital Region and Lagan College in Northern Ireland. Aided by a very competitive tuition, our financial aid programs help to assure that a family's finances are not a serious impediment when seeking the best for their children's education. The admission process is highly selective. Our student-to-faculty ratio is 7 to 1; our average class size is 14. Over 80% of the faculty hold advanced degrees.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Doane Stuart School cost?

Doane Stuart School's tuition is approximately $16,725 for private students.

What sports does Doane Stuart School offer?

Doane Stuart School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Fencing, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.

What is Doane Stuart School's ranking?

Doane Stuart School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Doane Stuart School?

The application deadline for Doane Stuart School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (5 reviews)

5 11/10/2022

Couldn't be happier with all the great learning experiences my children are having at Doane Stuart this year. They are being stretched to reach their maximum potential as global citizens.

- Posted by Parent - Louis

5 11/3/2022

I could not be happier sending my 9th grade son to Doane Stuart. He came in last year transferring from another College Prep school in the area. I cannot thank you enough for all of the positive differences you have made for my son. He enjoys going to school!! My son is so much more outgoing and confident because he feels so welcome and accepted going here. The education he is getting is preparing him for his best future. Thank you Doane Stuart!

- Posted by Parent - Pamela Jackson

5 8/17/2022

Doane Stuart truly educates the whole child and differentiates learning so each student can reach his or her maximum potential. I wouldn`t send my children anywhere else!

- Posted by Parent - Alb2011

5 7/24/2015

High academic standards and rigorous.

- Posted by Parent - bsd

5 7/6/2015

High academic standards and a careing community.

- Posted by Parent - Sarad

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The average private school tuition in Rensselaer County, NY is $23,979 for elementary schools and $41,184 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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