Very Good
#87 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 22% of private schools
Bancroft School
School
110 SHORE DR, Worcester, MA 01605
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#87 of 388
In Worcester
#3 of 10
public schools
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Bancroft School
School in Worcester · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bancroft School
Bancroft School is a private school in Worcester, MA. Bancroft School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bancroft School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 5.1:1 students to teachers, Bancroft School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bancroft 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 Bancroft School compares to 48 public schools serving similar grades in Worcester, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bancroft School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School | 8.2 |
| Nelson Place | 7.1 |
| Forest Grove Middle | 5.6 |
| Francis J McGrath Elementary | 4.2 |
| Burncoat Middle School | 6.6 |
| Burncoat Senior High | 6.0 |
| Thorndyke Road | 4.8 |
| Wawecus Road School | 4.0 |
| Burncoat Street | 3.9 |
| Flagg Street | 7.9 |
| Norrback Avenue | 4.1 |
| Worcester Arts Magnet School | 4.9 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School | 9.0 |
| Clark St Community | 6.8 |
| Lincoln Street | 6.5 |
| Midland Street | 4.5 |
| Doherty Memorial High | 6.4 |
| Elm Park Community | 4.9 |
| Tatnuck | 4.8 |
| Belmont Street Community | 6.4 |
Showing 20 of 48 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
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
110 SHORE DR, Worcester, MA 01605
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bancroft School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ma Academy for Math and Science School (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Flagg Street (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Worcester, see our Worcester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Place Worcester | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Worcester | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Forest Grove Middle Worcester | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Worcester | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Burncoat Middle School Worcester | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Burncoat Senior High Worcester | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Flagg Street Worcester | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Thorndyke Road Worcester | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Burncoat Street Worcester | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Wawecus Road School Worcester | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Norrback Avenue Worcester | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Mountview Middle Holden | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Ma Academy for Math and Science School Worcester | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER Worcester | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Doherty Memorial High Worcester | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Midland Street Worcester | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Elm Park Community Worcester | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Worcester Arts Magnet School Worcester | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| VENERINI ACADEMY Worcester | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,805
Median Home Value
$349,800
Median Rent
$1,362/mo
Population
31,086
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
31.3%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
32
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF NOTRE DAME Tyngsboro, MA | 7.3 |
| MAIMONIDES Brookline, MA | 7.3 |
| THE CARROLL SCHOOL Lincoln, MA | 7.2 |
| FAY SCHOOL Southborough, MA | 7.4 |
| BRIMMER & MAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill, MA | 7.6 |
| SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Beverly, MA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bancroft School
What grades does Bancroft School serve?
Bancroft School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Bancroft School?
Bancroft School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bancroft School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bancroft School 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 Bancroft School rank in MA?
Bancroft School ranks #87 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Bancroft School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bancroft School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bancroft School a private school?
Yes, Bancroft 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 Bancroft School a religious school?
No, Bancroft School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 77
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 171 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (774) 239-6933
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