Very Good
#88 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 9% of private schools
Emma Willard School
High School
285 PAWLING AVE, Troy, NY 12180
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
365
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#88 of 992
In Troy
#1 of 5
public schools
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About Emma Willard School
Emma Willard School is a private high school in Troy, NY. Emma Willard School serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Emma Willard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #88 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Emma Willard School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Emma Willard 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 Emma Willard School compares to the 16 public schools in Troy, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Troy
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Emma Willard School (this school) | 7.8 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL | 4.9 |
| PS 14 | 7.1 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| PS 16 | 7.4 |
| KIPP TROY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| NORTH GREENBUSH SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| PS 18 | 5.6 |
| PS 2 | 5.7 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL | 7.9 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| RENSSELAER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| TURNPIKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 4.7 |
| 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.
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
285 PAWLING AVE, Troy, NY 12180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emma Willard School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TROY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LA SALLE INSTITUTE (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Troy, see our Troy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SUSAN ODELL TAYLOR SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Troy | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Troy | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 14 Troy | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL Troy | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| GARDNER-DICKINSON SCHOOL Wynantskill | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wynantskill | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 18 Troy | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| LA SALLE INSTITUTE Troy | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| NORTH GREENBUSH SCHOOL Troy | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 16 Troy | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| KIPP TROY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Troy | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 2 Troy | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| HEATLY SCHOOL Green Island | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 3.6 mi | 3.5 |
| LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet | 2.9 mi | 4.0 |
| RENSSELAER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 3.7 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,767
Median Home Value
$233,000
Median Rent
$1,188/mo
Population
54,071
College Educated
40.1%
Homeownership
47.5%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emma Willard School
What grades does Emma Willard School serve?
Emma Willard School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Emma Willard School?
Emma Willard School has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emma Willard School?
The student-teacher ratio at Emma Willard School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Emma Willard School rank in NY?
Emma Willard School ranks #88 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Emma Willard School's MySchoolScout rating?
Emma Willard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Emma Willard School a private school?
Yes, Emma Willard School is a private all-girls 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 Emma Willard School a religious school?
No, Emma Willard School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Phone
- (518) 833-1301
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