Excellent
#5 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 1% of private schools
Al-hamra Academy
Elementary School
435 S ST, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#5 of 388
In Shrewsbury
#1 of 3
public schools
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Al-hamra Academy
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About Al-hamra Academy
Al-hamra Academy is a private elementary school in Shrewsbury, MA. Al-hamra Academy serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Al-hamra Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, Al-hamra Academy 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 4.2:1 students to teachers, Al-hamra Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Al-hamra Academy 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 Al-hamra Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Shrewsbury, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Al-hamra Academy (this school) | 8.8 |
| Floral Street School | 6.1 |
| Major Howard W. Beal School | 8.0 |
| Walter J. Paton School | 6.2 |
| Sherwood Middle School | 6.0 |
| Oak Middle School | 7.6 |
| Spring Street School | 5.4 |
| Calvin Coolidge School | 7.6 |
| Parker Road Preschool | 4.3 |
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 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
435 S ST, Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al-hamra Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Major Howard W. Beal School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is SHREWSBURY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Shrewsbury, see our Shrewsbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Floral Street School Shrewsbury | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Mill Pond School Westborough | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shrewsbury | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Walter J. Paton School Shrewsbury | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| North Grafton Elementary North Grafton | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LILLIPUT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Shrewsbury | 2.3 mi | — |
| Spring Street School Shrewsbury | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Major Howard W. Beal School Shrewsbury | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Fannie E Proctor Northborough | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Sherwood Middle School Shrewsbury | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Oak Middle School Shrewsbury | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| SHREWSBURY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Shrewsbury | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Lincoln Street Northborough | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough | 3.6 mi | 7.1 |
| North Street Elementary School Grafton | 3.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Sarah W Gibbons Middle Westborough | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| J Harding Armstrong Westborough | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Grafton Middle Grafton | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Grafton High School Grafton | 4.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Marion E Zeh Northborough | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01545 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,225
Median Home Value
$555,500
Median Rent
$2,046/mo
Population
38,440
College Educated
65.6%
Homeownership
72.1%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
40.5
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|---|---|
| Chatham Elementary School Chatham, MA | 8.9 |
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| Truro Central Truro, MA | 8.7 |
| Chester Elementary Chester, MA | 8.6 |
| Farmington River Elementary Otis, MA | 8.6 |
| Orleans Elementary Orleans, MA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al-hamra Academy
What grades does Al-hamra Academy serve?
Al-hamra Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Al-hamra Academy?
Al-hamra Academy has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al-hamra Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Al-hamra Academy is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Al-hamra Academy rank in MA?
Al-hamra Academy ranks #5 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Al-hamra Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Al-hamra Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Al-hamra Academy a private school?
Yes, Al-hamra Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Al-hamra Academy a religious school?
Al-hamra Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (508) 845-7000
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