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#432 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 43% of private schools
Catholic Central High School
High School
625 7TH AVE, Troy, NY 12182
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
217
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#432 of 992
In Troy
#3 of 5
public schools
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Catholic Central High School
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About Catholic Central High School
Catholic Central High School is a private high school in Troy, NY. Catholic Central High School serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Catholic Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #432 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Catholic Central High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Catholic Central High 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
BetaHow Catholic Central High School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Troy, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Catholic Central High School (this school) | 6.4 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| KIPP TROY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| TAMARAC MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL | 5.3 |
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.
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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
625 7TH AVE, Troy, NY 12182
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Catholic Central High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TROY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COHOES HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Cohoes), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Troy, see our Troy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RENSSELAER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| TURNPIKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| VAN SCHAICK ISLAND SCHOOL Cohoes | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Waterford | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| PS 2 Troy | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| HEATLY SCHOOL Green Island | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| ABRAM LANSING SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 18 Troy | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| COHOES MIDDLE SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| WATERFORD-HALFMOON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waterford | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| WATERFORD-HALFMOON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Waterford | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 14 Troy | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| HARMONY HILL SCHOOL Cohoes | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| ST COLMAN'S SCHOOL Watervliet | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12182 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,663
Median Home Value
$195,300
Median Rent
$1,012/mo
Population
14,273
College Educated
28.7%
Homeownership
50%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BISHOP LUDDEN JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse, NY | 6.4 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Bronx, NY | 6.4 |
| LEHMAN ALTERNATIVE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 6.4 |
| MAPLE GROVE JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bemus Point, NY | 6.4 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL Elmira, NY | 6.4 |
| SOUTHERN CAYUGA 7-12 SECONDARY SCHOOL Aurora, NY | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Catholic Central High School
What grades does Catholic Central High School serve?
Catholic Central High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Catholic Central High School?
Catholic Central High School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Catholic Central High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Catholic Central High School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Catholic Central High School rank in NY?
Catholic Central High School ranks #432 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Catholic Central High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Catholic Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Catholic Central High School a private school?
Yes, Catholic Central High School is a private coeducational 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 Catholic Central High School a religious school?
Catholic Central High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 217
- Gender Split
- 30% M / 70% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Phone
- (518) 235-7100
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