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#49 of 202 private schools in CT

Top 24% of private schools

The Williams School

High School

182 MOHEGAN AVE, New London, CT 06320

Private

Enrollment

185

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

7.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#49 of 202

In New London

#1 of 2

public schools

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The Williams School

7.0/10

High School in New London · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About The Williams School

The Williams School is a private high school in New London, CT. The Williams School serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. The Williams School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #49 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares0.9 pts above CT schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 185 students, The Williams School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, The Williams School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Williams School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Williams School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in New London, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
This School
vs
10.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
185
This School
vs
283
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.5% vs 0%
Asian 12.4% vs 0%
Black 5.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.4% vs 0%
The Williams School New London Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
The Williams School (this school) 7.0
New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School 7.0
Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for Middle Grades 4.9
Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School 3.8
Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication 3.3
Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for High School Grades 8.5
New London High School 3.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CT.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,275
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 185
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 66.5%
Asian 12.4%
Two or More 9.2%
Black 5.4%
Hispanic 5.4%
Native American 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

182 MOHEGAN AVE, New London, CT 06320

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Williams School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for High School Grades (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marine Science Magnet High School (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New London, see our New London schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet School New London 0.6 mi 8.8
Regional Multicultural Magnet School New London 1.2 mi 4.7
Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School New London 1.3 mi 3.8
New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School New London 1.3 mi 7.0
Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for Middle Grades New London 1.3 mi 4.9
C.B. Jennings International Elementary Magnet New London 1.3 mi 5.1
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF NEW LONDON MD/HIGH AT SHILOH New London 1.5 mi
Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication New London 1.4 mi 3.3
New London High School New London 1.5 mi 3.6
Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for High School Grades New London 1.5 mi 8.5
Quaker Hill Elementary School Quaker Hill 1.8 mi 7.3
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL New London 2.2 mi 6.3
Clark Lane Middle School Waterford 2.1 mi 7.0
Charles Barnum Magnet School Groton 2.0 mi 6.5
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Groton 2.5 mi 6.4
Waterford High School Waterford 2.8 mi 6.8
The Friendship School Waterford 2.9 mi 5.9
Marine Science Magnet High School Groton 3.2 mi 8.5
Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School Groton 2.9 mi 8.2
Thames River Magnet School Groton 3.2 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06320 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,224

Median Home Value

$234,800

Median Rent

$1,304/mo

Population

27,275

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

40%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

35.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Litchfield High School Litchfield, CT 7.0
New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School New London, CT 7.0
Bolton High School Bolton, CT 6.9
SOUTH KENT SCHOOL South Kent, CT 7.1
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL Kent, CT 6.9
PUTNAM SCIENCE ACADEMY Putnam, CT 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Williams School

What grades does The Williams School serve?

The Williams School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend The Williams School?

The Williams School has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at The Williams School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Williams School rank in CT?

The Williams School ranks #49 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is The Williams School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Williams School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Williams School a private school?

Yes, The Williams School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is The Williams School a religious school?

No, The Williams School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
185
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
170 days
Setting
Small City
County
New London County

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