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#594 of 992 private schools in NY

Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School

High School

1316 IVES ST, Watertown, NY 13601

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

169

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

169

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#594 of 992

In Watertown

#1 of 4

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About Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School

Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School is a private high school in Watertown, NY. Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #594 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it compares1.0 pts below NY schools

6.0

This school 6.0 · Average
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 169 students, Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High 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 9.9:1 students to teachers, Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr 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

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How Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School compares to the 9 public schools in Watertown, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.9:1

This School

12.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

169

This School

473

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.0

This School

4.5

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.7% vs 0%

Hispanic 7.7% vs 0%

Black 5.9% vs 0%

Asian 1.2% vs 0%

Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School Watertown Public Avg

All Schools in Watertown

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School (this school)	—	169	9.9:1	6.0
SHERMAN SCHOOL	0.9 mi	311	14.1:1	4.9
WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	1.0 mi	1,139	13.6:1	6.6
CASE MIDDLE SCHOOL	1.0 mi	591	12.8:1	4.4
HAROLD T WILEY SCHOOL	1.2 mi	621	14.8:1	4.4
KNICKERBOCKER SCHOOL	1.4 mi	360	13.8:1	4.2
JEFFERSON-LEWIS-HAMILTON-HERKIMER-ONEIDA BOCES	2.0 mi	299	7.7:1	5.2
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.5 mi	440	14.2:1	5.2
STARBUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	2.6 mi	185	12.3:1	2.5
OHIO STREET SCHOOL	2.6 mi	311	13:1	3.3

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 NY.

Classroom Attention

B 5.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.9:1

Instructional Commitment

B- 4.6 / 10

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School Day Length 6.3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,134

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 31%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.1 / 10

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Enrollment 169

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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)

White 81.7%

Hispanic 7.7%

Black 5.9%

Pacific Islander 1.8%

Asian 1.2%

Native American 1.2%

Two or More 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1316 IVES ST, Watertown, NY 13601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SOUTH JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Adams), which scores notably higher. Another option is WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GENERAL BROWN JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Dexter), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
IHC INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL GRADES K-5 Watertown	0.6 mi	212	5.7
SHERMAN SCHOOL Watertown	0.9 mi	311	4.9
WATERTOWN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watertown	1.0 mi	1,139	6.6
CASE MIDDLE SCHOOL Watertown	1.0 mi	591	4.4
HAROLD T WILEY SCHOOL Watertown	1.2 mi	621	4.4
KNICKERBOCKER SCHOOL Watertown	1.4 mi	360	4.2
IMMACULATE HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL GRADES Watertown	1.7 mi	179	5.9
JEFFERSON-LEWIS-HAMILTON-HERKIMER-ONEIDA BOCES Watertown	2.0 mi	299	5.2
NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown	2.5 mi	440	5.2
STARBUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown	2.6 mi	185	2.5
FAITH FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watertown	2.4 mi	146	5.9
OHIO STREET SCHOOL Watertown	2.6 mi	311	3.3
BROWNVILLE SCHOOL Brownville	3.5 mi	372	4.1
GENERAL BROWN JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Dexter	5.7 mi	654	5.1
CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL Calcium	6.5 mi	540	6.9
DEXTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dexter	6.3 mi	322	3.7
MAYNARD P WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Adams Center	7.8 mi	479	5.2
BLACK RIVER SCHOOL Black River	7.8 mi	546	7.2
CLARKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Adams	9.9 mi	404	4.5
SOUTH JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL Adams	9.9 mi	589	7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,503

Median Home Value

$170,100

Median Rent

$974/mo

Population

37,409

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

49.6%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

35.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School

What grades does Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School serve?

Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School?

Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr 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 Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School rank in NY?

Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School ranks #594 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School a private school?

Yes, Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr 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 Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School a religious school?

Immaculate Heart Central Jr/sr High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score: 27 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 169
Gender Split: 44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.9:1
Teachers (FTE): 17
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.3 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Small City
County: Jefferson County
Phone: (315) 788-4670

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