Very Good
#145 of 992 private schools in NY
Top 15% of private schools
Vanderheyden Hall
High School
614 COOPER HILL RD, Wynantskill, NY 12198
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
81
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#145 of 992
In Wynantskill
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Vanderheyden Hall
Vanderheyden Hall is a private high school in Wynantskill, NY. Vanderheyden Hall serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Vanderheyden Hall has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #145 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 81 students, Vanderheyden Hall 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, Vanderheyden Hall sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Vanderheyden Hall 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 Vanderheyden Hall compares to the 1 public school in Wynantskill, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Wynantskill
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Vanderheyden Hall (this school) | 7.5 |
| GARDNER-DICKINSON SCHOOL | 5.9 |
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
614 COOPER HILL RD, Wynantskill, NY 12198
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vanderheyden Hall may also want to explore other high schools in the area. AVERILL PARK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Averill Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EMMA WILLARD SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Troy), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TROY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Troy), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wynantskill, see our Wynantskill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JUDE THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Wynantskill | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ALGONQUIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Averill Park | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| GARDNER-DICKINSON SCHOOL Wynantskill | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| POESTENKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poestenkill | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| WEST SAND LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sand Lake | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Troy | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ROBERT C PARKER SCHOOL North Greenbush | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| EMMA WILLARD SCHOOL Troy | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| SUSAN ODELL TAYLOR SCHOOL FOR CHILDREN Troy | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| AVERILL PARK HIGH SCHOOL Averill Park | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 14 Troy | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 18 Troy | 4.0 mi | 5.6 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| LA SALLE INSTITUTE Troy | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| TROY MIDDLE SCHOOL Troy | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| CARROLL HILL SCHOOL Troy | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| BELL TOP SCHOOL Troy | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| NORTH GREENBUSH SCHOOL Troy | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| TAMARAC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Troy | 4.8 mi | 4.7 |
| TAMARAC MIDDLE SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Troy | 4.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12198 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,042
Median Home Value
$282,200
Median Rent
$1,184/mo
Population
7,337
College Educated
42.3%
Homeownership
75.2%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
44.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HARVEY MILK HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.6 |
| MAXINE GREENE HIGH SCHOOL FOR IMAGINATIVE INQUIRY (THE) New York, NY | 7.6 |
| PROFESSIONAL CHILDRENS SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.6 |
| DARROW SCHOOL New Lebanon, NY | 7.3 |
| GREENBURGH ELEVEN HIGH SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry, NY | 7.3 |
| THE NORMAN HOWARD SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vanderheyden Hall
What grades does Vanderheyden Hall serve?
Vanderheyden Hall serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Vanderheyden Hall?
Vanderheyden Hall has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vanderheyden Hall?
The student-teacher ratio at Vanderheyden Hall is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Vanderheyden Hall rank in NY?
Vanderheyden Hall ranks #145 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is Vanderheyden Hall's MySchoolScout rating?
Vanderheyden Hall 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 Vanderheyden Hall a private school?
Yes, Vanderheyden Hall is a private coeducational 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 Vanderheyden Hall a religious school?
No, Vanderheyden Hall is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 81
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rensselaer County
- Phone
- (518) 283-6500
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