Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NY School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School
About the School
- St. Catherine's Center for Children provides a comprehensive range of human services designed to offer hope, foster growth and improve the lives of the children and families we serve.
- Saint Catherine's Center for Children is a Catholic agency affiliated with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked NY School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1886
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
'Unconditional Community'
Student Body
Total Students
40 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 39%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- St. Catherine's Center for Children provides a comprehensive range of human services designed to offer hope, foster growth and improve the lives of the children and families we serve. Saint Catherine's Center for Children is a Catholic agency affiliated with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School often compared to?
St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Anne Institute by visitors of our site.
What is St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School's ranking?
St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School?
The application deadline for St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School located?
St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School is located in the Pine Hills neighborhood of Albany, NY. There are 1 other private schools located in Pine Hills.
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