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#6 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 1% of private schools

Alhuda Academy

Elementary School

248 E MOUNTAIN ST, Worcester, MA 01606

Private

Enrollment

107

Student-Teacher

5.1:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#6 of 388

In Worcester

#1 of 10

public schools

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Alhuda Academy

8.7/10

Elementary School in Worcester · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Clark St Community

6.8/10

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4.9/10

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About Alhuda Academy

Alhuda Academy is a private elementary school in Worcester, MA. Alhuda Academy serves approximately 107 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Alhuda Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares2.4 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 107 students, Alhuda 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, Alhuda Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Alhuda 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

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How Alhuda Academy compares to 42 public schools serving similar grades in Worcester, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
107
This School
vs
459
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.7
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 38.3% vs 0%
Asian 38.3% vs 0%
White 8.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.5% vs 0%
Alhuda Academy Worcester Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Alhuda Academy (this school) 8.7
Clark St Community 6.8
Worcester Arts Magnet School 4.9
Burncoat Street 3.9
Thorndyke Road 4.8
Norrback Avenue 4.1
Lincoln Street 6.5
Burncoat Middle School 6.6
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School 8.2
Wawecus Road School 4.0
Forest Grove Middle 5.6
Nelson Place 7.1
Francis J McGrath Elementary 4.2
Belmont Street Community 6.4
Lake View 8.2
City View 4.6
Elm Park Community 4.9
Flagg Street 7.9
Midland Street 4.5
Grafton Street 5.2
Chandler Elementary Community 3.5

Showing 20 of 42 schools. View all schools in Worcester

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,312.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 69%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 107
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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)

Black 38.3%
Asian 38.3%
White 8.4%
Hispanic 7.5%
Two or More 7.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

248 E MOUNTAIN ST, Worcester, MA 01606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alhuda Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Boylston Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Boylston), with a very similar rating. Another option is Clark St Community (rated 6.8/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Lincoln Street (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Clark St Community Worcester 0.2 mi 6.8
Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester 0.8 mi 4.9
Thorndyke Road Worcester 1.1 mi 4.8
Burncoat Street Worcester 1.0 mi 3.9
Lincoln Street Worcester 1.4 mi 6.5
Burncoat Senior High Worcester 1.4 mi 6.0
Norrback Avenue Worcester 1.3 mi 4.1
Burncoat Middle School Worcester 1.5 mi 6.6
Wawecus Road School Worcester 1.8 mi 4.0
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Worcester 1.6 mi 8.2
Shrewsbury High School Shrewsbury 1.7 mi 7.9
SHREWSBURY CHILDREN'S CENTER Shrewsbury 2.4 mi
Boylston Elementary School Boylston 2.1 mi 8.7
Worcester Technical High Worcester 2.7 mi 5.9
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester 2.2 mi 7.3
Parker Road Preschool Shrewsbury 2.7 mi 4.3
Belmont Street Community Worcester 3.1 mi 6.4
NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester 3.1 mi 7.2
Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester 3.0 mi 9.0
Forest Grove Middle Worcester 2.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,537

Median Home Value

$343,700

Median Rent

$1,615/mo

Population

22,269

College Educated

42.3%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

39.7

Similar Schools

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School Rating
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
AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury, MA 8.8
Chatham Elementary School Chatham, MA 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alhuda Academy

What grades does Alhuda Academy serve?

Alhuda Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Alhuda Academy?

Alhuda Academy has an enrollment of approximately 107 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alhuda Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Alhuda Academy is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Alhuda Academy rank in MA?

Alhuda Academy ranks #6 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Alhuda Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Alhuda Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Alhuda Academy a private school?

Yes, Alhuda 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 Alhuda Academy a religious school?

Alhuda Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
107
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Islamic
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Worcester County

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