Emma Willard School, Private boarding school in Troy, New York, United States
The Emma Willard School occupies 137 acres with Gothic-style buildings, laboratories, an aquatics center, and a library containing 34,000 volumes.
Founded in 1814 by educator Emma Hart Willard, this institution became the first secondary school for women in the United States.
The school focuses on intellectual development, community engagement, and social justice, preparing students from 24 states and 36 countries for leadership roles.
Students receive education in grades 9 through 12, with 42 percent receiving financial assistance to ensure access for diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
The institution maintains a policy of not providing class rankings, emphasizing individual growth over competitive academic comparisons.
Location: New York
Inception: 1814
Founders: Emma Willard
Website: http://emmawillard.org
GPS coordinates: 42.71250,-73.66333
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:53
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