Susan Odell Taylor School for Children
Independent school · Grades Pre-K–8
Troy, NY
116 Pinewoods Ave, Troy, NY 12180
Overall grade: A
ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.
- A-Class size
- A-Years serving families
What stands out
- Small classes: about 5 students per teacher
- Serving families in Troy since at least 2011
In Troy, New York, Susan Odell Taylor School for Children is an independent private school for students from pre-K through 8th grade. About 48 students attend, with roughly 5 students per teacher. Its enrollment has held steady since 2011–12. The school day runs about 7 hours, 170 days a year.
At a glance
- Grades
- Grades Pre-K–8
- Students
- 48
- Teachers
- 9.1 (full-time equivalent)
- Students per teacher
- 5.3
- Boys and girls
- Coed · 24 girls, 24 boys
- Religious affiliation
- None (nonsectarian)
- School day
- About 7 hours
- School year
- 170 days
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How it compares
- Smaller classes than 59% of independent elementary schools in New York (5 students per teacher).
- A smaller school: fewer students than 72% of independent elementary schools in New York.
- Compared with 85 independent elementary schools in New York.
Students by survey year
Total students reported in official records since 2011–12.
Students by grade
Student body
Member of
- A state or regional independent school association
Questions to ask on a tour
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- Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
- How big are classes in my child's grade?
- What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
- Is the school accredited, and by whom?
- What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
- How does the school communicate with families?
Questions about Susan Odell Taylor School for Children
What grades does Susan Odell Taylor School for Children serve?
Susan Odell Taylor School for Children serves grades Pre-K–8.
How many students attend Susan Odell Taylor School for Children?
About 48 students, with 5 students per teacher, according to official records.
How much is tuition at Susan Odell Taylor School for Children?
Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans.
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