Best Columbia County Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 418 students in Columbia County, NY (there are 16 public schools, serving 6,229 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in Columbia County, NY are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 14%).
The best top ranked private school in Columbia County, NY include Darrow School.
The average acceptance rate is 80%, which is higher than the New York private school average acceptance rate of 79%.
25% of private schools in Columbia County, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

Top Ranked Columbia County Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Darrow School
Darrow School Photo - The close, connected campus, the size of the community, and the structure of the daily schedule ensure that students connect, participate, and feel appreciated as individuals.
(1)
110 Darrow Rd
New Lebanon, NY 12125
(518) 704-2760
Grades: 9-12
| 102 students
Columbia Christian Academy
(Baptist)
(1)
1323 County Route 21
Ghent, NY 12075
(518) 392-2361
Grades: 1-12
| 31 students
Hawthorne Valley School
Hawthorne Valley School Photo
(4)
330 County Route 21c
Ghent, NY 12075
(518) 672-7092
Grades: PK-12
| 248 students
The Liberi School
3521 Us Route 9
Hudson, NY 12534
(518) 697-5065
Grades: PK-7
| 37 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Columbia County, New York

Columbia County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
3429 Route 9
Valatie, NY 12184
(518) 784-2222
Grades: 6-12
| 63 students
Po Box 400
Livingston, NY 12541
(518) 851-5363
Grades: 3-9
| 9 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Columbia County, NY?
The top ranked private schools in Columbia County, NY include Darrow School.
How many private schools are located in Columbia County, NY?
4 private schools are located in Columbia County, NY.
What percentage of students in Columbia County, NY go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in Columbia County, NY are educated in private schools (compared to the NY state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Columbia County, NY?
25% of private schools in Columbia County, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

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