Very Good
#143 of 534 private schools in NJ
Top 27% of private schools
Villa Walsh Academy
High School
455 WESTERN AVE, Morristown, NJ 07960
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
199
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Jersey private schools
#143 of 534
In Morristown
#3 of 8
public schools
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About Villa Walsh Academy
Villa Walsh Academy is a private high school in Morristown, NJ. Villa Walsh Academy serves approximately 199 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Villa Walsh Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 534 private schools in NJ.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 199 students, Villa Walsh Academy 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, Villa Walsh Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Villa Walsh Academy 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
BetaHow Villa Walsh Academy compares to the 10 public schools in Morristown, NJ
Student Demographics
All Schools in Morristown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Villa Walsh Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Hillcrest School | 6.5 |
| Alexander Hamilton | 8.6 |
| Thomas Jefferson School | 7.4 |
| Morristown High School | 4.9 |
| Sussex Avenue School | 8.1 |
| Lafayette Learning Center | 5.8 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School | 7.8 |
| Unity Charter School | 8.2 |
| Central Park School | — |
| Normandy Park School | 8.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 NJ.
Data Unavailable
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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 NJ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
455 WESTERN AVE, Morristown, NJ 07960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Villa Walsh Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DELBARTON SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Morristown High School (rated 4.9/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Morristown, see our Morristown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest School Morristown | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| DELBARTON SCHOOL Morristown | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH Morristown | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Alexander Hamilton Morristown | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Morristown High School Morristown | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson School Morristown | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ASSUMPTION OF THE BVM SCHOOL Morristown | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Sussex Avenue School Morristown | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| SHEPARD PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Morristown | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| THE RED OAKS SCHOOL Morristown | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Frelinghuysen Middle School Morristown | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Lafayette Learning Center Morristown | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Central Park School Morristown | 2.7 mi | — |
| THE PECK SCHOOL Morristown | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Mendham Township Middle School Brookside | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Alfred Vail School Morris Plains | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Harding Township School New Vernon | 3.1 mi | 9.6 |
| Woodland School Convent Station | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Unity Charter School Morristown | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Morris Plains Borough School Morris Plains | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,462
Median Home Value
$701,100
Median Rent
$2,173/mo
Population
46,178
College Educated
67.6%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
39.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Villa Walsh Academy
What grades does Villa Walsh Academy serve?
Villa Walsh Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Villa Walsh Academy?
Villa Walsh Academy has an enrollment of approximately 199 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Villa Walsh Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Villa Walsh Academy is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Villa Walsh Academy rank in NJ?
Villa Walsh Academy ranks #143 of 534 private schools in NJ.
What is Villa Walsh Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Villa Walsh Academy 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 Villa Walsh Academy a private school?
Yes, Villa Walsh Academy is a private all-girls school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Villa Walsh Academy a religious school?
Villa Walsh Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 199
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 349-0377
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