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#334 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 38% of private schools
Watson Institute
School
301 CAMPMEETING RD, Sewickley, PA 15143
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#334 of 873
In Sewickley
#2 of 3
public schools
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Watson Institute
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About Watson Institute
Watson Institute is a private school in Sewickley, PA. Watson Institute serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Watson Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 183 students, Watson Institute 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Watson Institute sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Watson 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 Watson Institute compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Sewickley, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Watson Institute (this school) | 6.9 |
| Edgeworth El Sch | 9.4 |
| Quaker Valley MS | 7.9 |
| Osborne El Sch | 9.3 |
| Franklin El Sch | 9.1 |
| Pennsylvania Distance Learning CS | 4.1 |
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 PA.
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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 PA
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
301 CAMPMEETING RD, Sewickley, PA 15143
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Watson Institute may also want to explore other schools in the area. Quaker Valley HS (rated 9.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Leetsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edgeworth El Sch (rated 9.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Osborne El Sch (rated 9.3/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sewickley, see our Sewickley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Quaker Valley HS Leetsdale | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Highland El Sch Ambridge | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Edgeworth El Sch Sewickley | 1.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Ambridge Area HS Ambridge | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| SEWICKLEY ACADEMY Sewickley | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
| NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN Sewickley | 2.7 mi | — |
| ST JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sewickley | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Bon Meade El Sch Moon Township | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Quaker Valley MS Sewickley | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| J.A. Allard El Sch Moon Township | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL FOR CREATIVE LEARNING Moon Township | 2.7 mi | — |
| Hopewell SHS Aliquippa | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Richard J. Hyde El Sch Moon Township | 3.5 mi | 8.3 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Aliquippa | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Osborne El Sch Sewickley | 3.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Margaret Ross El Sch Aliquippa | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Hopewell JHS Aliquippa | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| State Street El Sch Baden | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
| THE HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Aliquippa | 3.7 mi | — |
| Moon Area Upper MS Moon Township | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15143 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,339
Median Home Value
$434,900
Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Population
21,949
College Educated
60.4%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
46.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SALEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Macungie, PA | 6.9 |
| WEST-MONT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pottstown, PA | 6.9 |
| BELLEVILLE MENNONITE SCHOOL Belleville, PA | 7.0 |
| GREAT COMMISSION SCHOOLS Altoona, PA | 7.0 |
| COLUMBIA COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bloomsburg, PA | 6.8 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roseto, PA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Watson Institute
What grades does Watson Institute serve?
Watson Institute serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Watson Institute?
Watson Institute has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Watson Institute?
The student-teacher ratio at Watson Institute is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Watson Institute rank in PA?
Watson Institute ranks #334 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Watson Institute's MySchoolScout rating?
Watson Institute has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Watson Institute a private school?
Yes, Watson Institute 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 Watson Institute a religious school?
No, Watson Institute is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 183
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 187 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (141) 274-9285
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