Very Good
#63 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 16% of private schools
Apple Orchard School
Elementary School
282D NEWTON ST, Brookline, MA 02445
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#63 of 388
In Brookline
#2 of 8
public schools
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About Apple Orchard School
Apple Orchard School is a private elementary school in Brookline, MA. Apple Orchard School serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 3.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Apple Orchard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #63 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Apple Orchard 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 3.6:1 students to teachers, Apple Orchard School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Apple Orchard 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 Apple Orchard School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Brookline, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Apple Orchard School (this school) | 7.6 |
| William H Lincoln | 9.2 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road | 4.6 |
| John D Runkle | 8.3 |
| Brookline High | 9.1 |
| Pierce | 9.0 |
| The Lynch Center | 5.7 |
| Michael Driscoll | 8.4 |
| Lawrence | 9.5 |
| Florida Ruffin Ridley School | 8.6 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Beacon | 5.9 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
282D NEWTON ST, Brookline, MA 02445
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apple Orchard School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manning Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Jamaica Plain), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mozart Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, William H Lincoln (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brookline, see our Brookline schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Manning Elementary School Jamaica Plain | 0.5 mi | 9.6 |
| BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON Boston | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham Chestnut Hill | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| THE PARK SCHOOL Brookline | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| PALLOTTA DAY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 0.7 mi | — |
| Edith C Baker Chestnut Hill | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| HOLY NAME PARISH SCHOOL West Roxbury | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Sumner Elementary School Roslindale | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Roland Hayes Chestnut Hill | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Mozart Elementary School Roslindale | 1.7 mi | 9.4 |
| William H Lincoln Brookline | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Margarita Muniz Academy Boston | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| MAIMONIDES Brookline | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Jamaica Plain | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MAIMONIDES SCHOOL ELEMENTARY SECTION Brookline | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road Brookline | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| BEAVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| John D Runkle Brookline | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Lyndon K-8 School West Roxbury | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02445 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$145,878
Median Home Value
$1,218,000
Median Rent
$2,779/mo
Population
22,568
College Educated
85.7%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
34.1
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|---|---|
| Emma L Miller Elementary School Savoy, MA | 7.7 |
| PIONEER VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Springfield, MA | 7.4 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Dorchester Center, MA | 8.0 |
| Hawlemont Regional Charlemont, MA | 8.0 |
| ACADEMY HILL SCHOOL Springfield, MA | 7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apple Orchard School
What grades does Apple Orchard School serve?
Apple Orchard School serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Apple Orchard School?
Apple Orchard School has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apple Orchard School?
The student-teacher ratio at Apple Orchard School is 3.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Apple Orchard School rank in MA?
Apple Orchard School ranks #63 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Apple Orchard School's MySchoolScout rating?
Apple Orchard School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Apple Orchard School a private school?
Yes, Apple Orchard 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 Apple Orchard School a religious school?
No, Apple Orchard School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (617) 731-6463
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