Very Good
#134 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 13% of private schools
Academy of the Holy Names
High School
1075 NEW SCOTLAND RD, Albany, NY 12208
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
196
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#134 of 992
In Albany
#5 of 15
public schools
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Academy of the Holy Names
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About Academy of the Holy Names
Academy of the Holy Names is a private high school in Albany, NY. Academy of the Holy Names serves approximately 196 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of the Holy Names has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 196 students, Academy of the Holy Names 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Academy of the Holy Names sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Academy of the Holy Names 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 Academy of the Holy Names compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Albany, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy of the Holy Names (this school) | 7.5 |
| STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL | 4.2 |
| ALBANY HIGH SCHOOL | 7.6 |
| ALBANY LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL FOR GIRLS | 3.5 |
| GREEN TECH HIGH CHARTER SCHOOL | 3.4 |
| WILLIAM S HACKETT MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.5 |
| KIPP ALBANY COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL | 1.9 |
| COLONIE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL | 7.7 |
| KIPP TECH VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL | 2.1 |
| SAND CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| NORTH ALBANY ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.0 |
| ALBANY-SCHOHARIE-SCHENECTADY-SARATOGA BOCES | 5.2 |
| LISHA KILL MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.4 |
| CAP DIST JUVENILE SECURE DETENTION | — |
| ONONDAGA CNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT | — |
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 NY.
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 NY
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
1075 NEW SCOTLAND RD, Albany, NY 12208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy of the Holy Names may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ELSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Delmar), which scores notably higher. Another option is BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Delmar), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HAMAGRAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Delmar), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Albany | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ELSMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| LANGAN SCHOOL/CENTER FOR DISABILITY SERVICES Albany | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Delmar | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| BETHLEHEM CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Delmar | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| SLINGERLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Albany | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| NYS DEPT OF CORRECTIONS PLACEMENT Albany | 2.5 mi | — |
| STEPHEN AND HARRIET MYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Albany | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| NEW SCOTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| WESTMERE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| BETHLEHEM CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Delmar | 2.9 mi | 8.5 |
| HAMAGRAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| MAIMONIDES HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Albany | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ALBANY SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Albany | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| EAGLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Delmar | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PINE HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Albany | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| MONTESSORI MAGNET SCHOOL Albany | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ALBANY ACADEMIES Albany | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,505
Median Home Value
$255,300
Median Rent
$1,291/mo
Population
23,936
College Educated
55.6%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
33
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy of the Holy Names
What grades does Academy of the Holy Names serve?
Academy of the Holy Names serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Academy of the Holy Names?
Academy of the Holy Names has an enrollment of approximately 196 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of the Holy Names?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy of the Holy Names is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Academy of the Holy Names rank in NY?
Academy of the Holy Names ranks #134 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Academy of the Holy Names's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy of the Holy Names has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Academy of the Holy Names a private school?
Yes, Academy of the Holy Names 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 Academy of the Holy Names a religious school?
Academy of the Holy Names has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 196
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Albany County
- Phone
- (518) 438-7895
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