Mater Christi School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 171 students
Yearly Tuition: $6,200
Average class size: 19 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Mater Christi School
Pre-K	18
Kind	15
1	19
2	13
3	18
4	17
5	14
6	21
7	17
8	19

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Year Founded

1954

Student Body

Total Students

171 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 39%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

10:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

19 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$6,200

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School Notes

From our family atmosphere, which is welcoming and homelike, toour student-centered focus on education, Mater Christi instills astrong sense of community in each of our scholars.
Strong academicsand faith formation programs support the curriculum, while positiveand productive relationships are developed among students and ourdedicated staff.
With so much going on, there are plenty ofopportunities for parental involvement.Mater Christi, formerlyknown as St. Catherine of Siena School, has a very active serviceand leadership-oriented Student Council.
We offer Accelerated Mathand Science for middle school, as well as Regents IntegratedAlgebra and Living Environment for grade 8.
Our school utilizesSmartboard technology in all core classrooms and we engage studentsin learning Spanish from Pre-K through grade 8.
Studentsfour-years-old through grade 8 can also participate in our afterschool programs.We proudly award recognition and scholarships forthe 5 C`s (courage, compassion, consideration, courtesy andcommunity).
And fun continues after the school day with programslike tennis, Mad Science, piano, band, and drama club.
Studentsalso learn outside of the classroom on field trips to places likeNature`s Classroom, Boston and Fort William Henry.
We also offer inschool assemblies like Sky Dome and Chemistry Magic.At MaterChristi an academic education founded in values and growth ofindividual gifts flourish in each student.

Mater Christi School is pleased and proud to share with you themany wonderful facets of our school community. Visitors toour school consistently remark on the warm and welcoming atmospherethat immediately greets them and continues to mark their experienceat our school. Dedication and caring are hallmarks of thefaculty and staff.In this environment, a strong academiceducation, religious foundation, and development of individualgifts flourish in each student. Sr. Margaret Mancuso, amember of the Middle States Visiting Team, wrote: "Your faith andyour community spirit come through in all you do. Classroomsare alive with learning! The integration of faith andlearning was so evident."Mater Christi School, guided by theteachings of Jesus, is dedicated to the development ofSpirituality, Community and Scholarship. We seek to enhance eachchild`s God-given gifts,so that they may use those talents forservice to God and others.

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How much does Mater Christi School cost?

Mater Christi School's tuition is approximately $6,200 for private students.

When is the application deadline for Mater Christi School?

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

In what neighborhood is Mater Christi School located?

Mater Christi School is located in the Buckingham Lake neighborhood of Albany, NY. There are 3 other private schools located in Buckingham Lake.

School Reviews

5 8/16/2016

Excellent. 5 STAR EDUCATION AND ENVIRONMENT!!!! I wish I had time to write more. The education and staff are wonderful. This is a special school. The office is extremely organized and the principal is one of the best in the region. The classrooms are controlled and efficient...A terrific learning environment. It is truly a unique and special school in every way. It's no wonder they have created a fantastic environment for children in which to grow and learn. They have produced many successful youth. I never had a complaint. My children never had a complaint. They loved the school and have great memories. This is one of the few schools that deserves a 5 star rating in every category.

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The average private school tuition in Albany, NY is $10,910 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Albany, NY is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).