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St. Catherine's Center For Children R & E May School

30 N Main Ave Albany, NY 12203

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)
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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:

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Attribute
School History

School Facts

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.:
Average Class Size
12 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
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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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The average private school tuition in Albany, NY is $10,910 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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