Very Good
#120 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 31% of private schools
Applewild School
School
120 PROSPECT ST, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
208
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#120 of 388
In Fitchburg
#1 of 3
public schools
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Applewild School
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About Applewild School
Applewild School is a private school in Fitchburg, MA. Applewild School serves approximately 208 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Applewild School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #120 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Applewild School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Applewild 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 Applewild School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Fitchburg, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Applewild School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Arthur M Longsjo Middle School | 4.4 |
| Sizer School: A North Central Charter Essential School | 6.0 |
| Crocker Elementary | 4.8 |
| McKay Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Memorial Middle School | 6.9 |
| South Street Early Learning Center | 3.6 |
| Goodrich Academy | 3.6 |
| Reingold Elementary | 6.6 |
| Fitchburg High | 5.6 |
| Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical | 8.6 |
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
120 PROSPECT ST, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Applewild School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical (rated 8.6/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memorial Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Johnny Appleseed (rated 6.9/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Leominster), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fitchburg, see our Fitchburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Crocker Elementary Fitchburg | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Sizer School: A North Central Charter Essential School Fitchburg | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| McKay Elementary School Fitchburg | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Memorial Middle School Fitchburg | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| ST BERNARD'S HIGH SCHOOL INC Fitchburg | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Fitchburg High Fitchburg | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Goodrich Academy Fitchburg | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Reingold Elementary Fitchburg | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY Fitchburg | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical Fitchburg | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Leominster High School Leominster | 4.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Center For Technical Education Innovation Leominster | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Leominster Center for Excellence Leominster | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Northwest Leominster | 4.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Priest Street Leominster | 4.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Johnny Appleseed Leominster | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ST LEO SCHOOL Leominster | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Bennett Leominster | 5.4 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,334
Median Home Value
$294,600
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
41,677
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOL, INC North Chelmsford, MA | 7.1 |
| PIONEER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield, MA | 6.8 |
| SOUTH LANCASTER ACADEMY South Lancaster, MA | 6.8 |
| BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly, MA | 6.7 |
| NASHOBA LEARNING GROUP Bedford, MA | 6.7 |
| ACERA SCHOOL Winchester, MA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Applewild School
What grades does Applewild School serve?
Applewild School serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.
How many students attend Applewild School?
Applewild School has an enrollment of approximately 208 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Applewild School?
The student-teacher ratio at Applewild School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Applewild School rank in MA?
Applewild School ranks #120 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Applewild School's MySchoolScout rating?
Applewild School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Applewild School a private school?
Yes, Applewild 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 Applewild School a religious school?
No, Applewild School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 9th
- Enrollment
- 208
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 168 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (978) 342-6053
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