For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 private preschools serving 519 students in Rensselaer, NY.
The top ranked private preschools in Rensselaer, NY include Doane Stuart School and Woodland Hill Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the New York private preschool average acceptance rate of 74%.
50% of private preschools in Rensselaer, NY are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).
Top Ranked Rensselaer ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Preschools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
199 Washington Avenue
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 465-5222
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 465-5222
Gr: NS-12 | 174 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 19 Tuition listed
Woodland Hill Montessori School![Woodland Hill Montessori School Photo - Woodland Hill Montessori- All School Photo Woodland Hill Montessori School Photo - Woodland Hill Montessori- All School Photo]()

Montessori School
100 Montesorri Pl
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 283-5400
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 283-5400
Gr: NS-8 | 345 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Rensselaer, New York ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Mary's School (Closed 2004)
(Catholic)
163 Columbia Turnpike
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 449-2498
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 449-2498
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students
Ss Joseph And John School (Closed 2000)
(Catholic)
1641 Third Street
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 465-1151
Rensselaer, NY 12144
(518) 465-1151
Gr: PK-8 | 131 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private preschools in Rensselaer, NY?
The top ranked private preschools in Rensselaer, NY include Doane Stuart School and Woodland Hill Montessori School.
How many private preschools are located in Rensselaer?
2 private preschools are located in Rensselaer.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Rensselaer?
50% of private preschools in Rensselaer are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).
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