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#294 of 388 private schools in MA

Arlington Catholic High School

High School

16 MEDFORD ST, Arlington, MA 02474

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#294 of 388

In Arlington

#4 of 5

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About Arlington Catholic High School

Arlington Catholic High School is a private high school in Arlington, MA. Arlington Catholic High School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Arlington Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #294 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares1.1 pts below MA schools

5.3

This school 5.3 · Average
MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Arlington Catholic High 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.

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How Arlington Catholic High School compares to the 11 public schools in Arlington, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.8:1

This School

12.2:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

399

This School

545

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.3

This School

8.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.4% vs 0%

Asian 7.3% vs 0%

Hispanic 6.8% vs 0%

Black 5.8% vs 0%

Arlington Catholic High School Arlington Public Avg

All Schools in Arlington

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Arlington Catholic High School (this school)	—	399	10.8:1	5.3
Gibbs School	0.5 mi	468	12.3:1	8.8
Menotomy Preschool	0.5 mi	79	11.3:1	6.3
Arlington High	0.6 mi	1,609	13.2:1	8.9
John A Bishop	0.6 mi	391	12.2:1	9.2
Thompson	0.7 mi	522	12.7:1	8.0
Hardy	0.8 mi	383	10.9:1	8.9
M Norcross Stratton	1.3 mi	437	12.9:1	8.5
Ottoson Middle	1.3 mi	941	11.1:1	9.3
Brackett	1.3 mi	423	12.8:1	8.2
Peirce	1.7 mi	335	12.4:1	9.3
Cyrus E Dallin	1.9 mi	409	12.8:1	9.0

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

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.8:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,105

Diversity & Inclusion

B 6.0 / 10

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Diversity Index 40%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.0 / 10

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Enrollment 399

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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)

White 76.4%

Asian 7.3%

Hispanic 6.8%

Black 5.8%

Two or More 3.3%

Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

16 MEDFORD ST, Arlington, MA 02474

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arlington Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Arlington High (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belmont High (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Belmont), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Medford High (rated 5.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Medford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST AGNES SCHOOL Arlington	0.1 mi	285	5.1
Gibbs School Arlington	0.5 mi	468	8.8
LESLEY ELLIS SCHOOL Arlington	0.5 mi	166	6.7
Menotomy Preschool Arlington	0.5 mi	79	6.3
John A Bishop Arlington	0.6 mi	391	9.2
Arlington High Arlington	0.6 mi	1,609	8.9
Hardy Arlington	0.8 mi	383	8.9
Thompson Arlington	0.7 mi	522	8.0
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Medford	0.9 mi	255	4.4
M Norcross Stratton Arlington	1.3 mi	437	8.5
Winn Brook Belmont	1.3 mi	418	8.1
Brooks School Medford	1.2 mi	537	8.7
THE CAMBRIDGE MATIGNON SCHOOL Cambridge	1.4 mi	344	5.3
FAYERWEATHER STREET SCHOOL Cambridge	1.7 mi	212	7.5
Ottoson Middle Arlington	1.3 mi	941	9.3
Brackett Arlington	1.3 mi	423	8.2
West Somerville Neighborhood Somerville	1.4 mi	378	8.4
Belmont High Belmont	1.6 mi	1,462	7.7
CHILDRENS OWN SCHOOL Winchester	1.8 mi	15	—
Medford High Medford	1.6 mi	1,191	5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02474 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,199

Median Home Value

$887,000

Median Rent

$2,157/mo

Population

28,283

College Educated

73.8%

Homeownership

58.4%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

38.3

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THE CAMBRIDGE MATIGNON SCHOOL Cambridge, MA	344	5.3
Blackstone Millville RHS Blackstone, MA	382	5.2
Burke High School Dorchester, MA	395	5.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arlington Catholic High School

What grades does Arlington Catholic High School serve?

Arlington Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Arlington Catholic High School?

Arlington Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arlington Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Arlington Catholic High School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Arlington Catholic High School rank in MA?

Arlington Catholic High School ranks #294 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Arlington Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arlington Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Arlington Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Arlington Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Arlington Catholic High School a religious school?

Arlington Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 93 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 50 Good Transit
Bike Score: 92 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 399
Gender Split: 47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 37
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: Middlesex County
Phone: (781) 646-7770

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