Average
#659 of 992 private schools in NY
La Salle Institute
High School
174 WILLIAMS RD, Troy, NY 12180
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#659 of 992
In Troy
#5 of 5
public schools
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About La Salle Institute
La Salle Institute is a private high school in Troy, NY. La Salle Institute serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. La Salle Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #659 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
La Salle Institute 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 La Salle Institute compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Troy, NY
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| La Salle Institute (this school) | 5.8 |
| KIPP TROY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL | 4.5 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL | 7.5 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.1 |
| LANSINGBURGH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | 7.4 |
| KNICKERBACKER MIDDLE SCHOOL | 3.5 |
| 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.
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
174 WILLIAMS RD, Troy, NY 12180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering La Salle Institute may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EMMA WILLARD SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is TROY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WATERVLIET JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Watervliet), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Troy, see our Troy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH GREENBUSH SCHOOL Troy | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL Troy | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| KIPP TROY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Troy | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| GARDNER-DICKINSON SCHOOL Wynantskill | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 16 Troy | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Troy | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| EMMA WILLARD SCHOOL Troy | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| SUSAN ODELL TAYLOR SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Troy | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wynantskill | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 14 Troy | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| WOODLAND HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rensselaer | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 18 Troy | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| WATERVLIET JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Watervliet | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| MENANDS SCHOOL Menands | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| ROBERT C PARKER SCHOOL North Greenbush | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 2 Troy | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| WATERVLIET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watervliet | 3.3 mi | 4.0 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CANASTOTA HIGH SCHOOL Canastota, NY | 5.8 |
| COMMUNITY HEALTH ACADEMY OF THE HEIGHTS New York, NY | 5.8 |
| CRISTO REY NEW YORK HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 5.8 |
| DUANESBURG HIGH SCHOOL Delanson, NY | 5.8 |
| GALWAY JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Galway, NY | 5.8 |
| MIDDLEBURGH JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Middleburgh, NY | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about La Salle Institute
What grades does La Salle Institute serve?
La Salle Institute serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend La Salle Institute?
La Salle Institute has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at La Salle Institute?
The student-teacher ratio at La Salle Institute is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does La Salle Institute rank in NY?
La Salle Institute ranks #659 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is La Salle Institute's MySchoolScout rating?
La Salle Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is La Salle Institute a private school?
Yes, La Salle Institute 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 La Salle Institute a religious school?
La Salle Institute has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Gender Split
- 84% M / 16% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Phone
- (518) 283-2500
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