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The Free School

Albany, New York · Grades PreK to 8

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About The Free School

The Free School is a nonsectarian private school in Albany, New York, serving pre-K through grade 8. Federal data for 2023-24 shows 4 students enrolled. That makes it one of the smaller private elementary schools in Albany. There are about 1.2 students for every full-time-equivalent teacher (3.3 teachers in all). Federal locale data places it in a midsize city. Within 5 miles there are 63 other schools, so families have nearby options to compare. In the federal survey it describes its program as alternative.

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School facts

Address8 Elm St, Albany, NY 12202
Phone(315) 921-3183
GradesPreK to 8
Students4
Teachers (full-time equivalent)3.3
Students per teacher1.2
Religious affiliationNonsectarian
School typeAlternative
Coed or single-sexCoed
LevelElementary
Locale (NCES)City, midsize, Albany County

Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey, 2023-24 public-use file (NCES school ID 00936912). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.

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Frequently asked questions

What grades does The Free School serve?

The Free School serves pre-K through grade 8.

How many students attend The Free School?

The Free School reported 4 students in 2023-24, according to the NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Free School?

About 1.2 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 4 students and 3.3 teachers in federal data.

Is The Free School a public or private school?

The Free School is a private school. It reports no religious affiliation.

Where is The Free School located?

The Free School is at 8 Elm St, Albany, NY 12202. The phone number is (315) 921-3183.

How many other schools are near The Free School?

There are 63 other schools within 5 miles of The Free School in our directory.

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