Very Good
#81 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 21% of private schools
Acera School
School
5 LOWELL AVE, Winchester, MA 01890
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#81 of 388
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Acera School
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About Acera School
Acera School is a private school in Winchester, MA. Acera School serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Acera School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #81 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, Acera 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 4:1 students to teachers, Acera School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Acera 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
BetaHow Acera School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Winchester, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Acera School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Muraco Elementary | 7.0 |
| Winchester High School | 8.0 |
| Lynch Elementary | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary | 8.2 |
| McCall Middle | 8.4 |
| Ambrose Elementary | 8.2 |
| Vinson-Owen Elementary | 5.7 |
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 MA.
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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 MA
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
5 LOWELL AVE, Winchester, MA 01890
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Acera School may also want to explore other schools in the area. South (rated 8.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Stoneham), which scores notably higher. Another option is McCall Middle (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Winchester, see our Winchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Muraco Elementary Winchester | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Winchester High School Winchester | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Winchester | 0.8 mi | — |
| THE WILDER SCHOOL Winchester | 0.8 mi | — |
| Shamrock Woburn | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary Winchester | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| McCall Middle Winchester | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Goodyear Elementary School Woburn | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Lynch Elementary Winchester | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Woburn High Woburn | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Malcolm White Woburn | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| ST CHARLES SCHOOL Woburn | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| CHILDRENS OWN SCHOOL Winchester | 1.9 mi | — |
| John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Ambrose Elementary Winchester | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| South Stoneham | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Medford High Medford | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Robin Hood Stoneham | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| GREATER BOSTON ACADEMY Stoneham | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Hurld-Wyman Elementary School Woburn | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01890 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$218,176
Median Home Value
$1,181,700
Median Rent
$2,271/mo
Population
22,862
College Educated
78.4%
Homeownership
83.4%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
43
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|---|---|
| Martha's Vineyard Charter Public School West Tisbury, MA | 7.5 |
| ST ANN'S HOME Methuen, MA | 7.6 |
| COTTING SCHOOL Lexington, MA | 7.1 |
| LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOL, INC North Chelmsford, MA | 7.1 |
| EVERGREEN CENTER Milford, MA | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Acera School
What grades does Acera School serve?
Acera School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Acera School?
Acera School has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Acera School?
The student-teacher ratio at Acera School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Acera School rank in MA?
Acera School ranks #81 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Acera School's MySchoolScout rating?
Acera School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Acera School a private school?
Yes, Acera School 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 Acera School a religious school?
No, Acera School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 729-3489
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