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#225 of 388 private schools in MA
Bay Farm Montessori Academy
Elementary School
145 LORING ST, Duxbury, MA 02332
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
98
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#225 of 388
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Bay Farm Montessori Academy
Elementary School in Duxbury · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bay Farm Montessori Academy
Bay Farm Montessori Academy is a private elementary school in Duxbury, MA. Bay Farm Montessori Academy serves approximately 98 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay Farm Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 98 students, Bay Farm Montessori 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Bay Farm Montessori Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bay Farm Montessori 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
BetaHow Bay Farm Montessori Academy compares to the 4 public schools in Duxbury, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Duxbury
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bay Farm Montessori Academy (this school) | 6.0 |
| Chandler Elementary | 6.6 |
| Alden School | 8.0 |
| Duxbury Middle | 8.1 |
| Duxbury High | 9.1 |
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
145 LORING ST, Duxbury, MA 02332
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bay Farm Montessori Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nathaniel Morton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alden School (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Duxbury, see our Duxbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kingston Elementary Kingston | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Kingston Intermediate Kingston | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Chandler Elementary Duxbury | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ELEMENTS MONTESSORI Duxbury | 2.1 mi | — |
| Hedge Plymouth | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Alden School Duxbury | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Duxbury Middle Duxbury | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Duxbury High Duxbury | 3.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Rising Tide Charter Public School Plymouth | 3.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Map Academy Charter School Plymouth | 4.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Cold Spring Plymouth | 3.8 mi | 7.0 |
| West Elementary Plymouth | 4.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Silver Lake Regional Middle School Kingston | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Silver Lake Regional High Kingston | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Gov Edward Winslow Marshfield | 4.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Nathaniel Morton Elementary Plymouth | 4.8 mi | 8.3 |
| South River Marshfield | 6.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Pembroke Community Middle School Pembroke | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Dennett Elementary Plympton | 4.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Hobomock Elementary Pembroke | 5.0 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$171,471
Median Home Value
$826,300
Median Rent
$1,644/mo
Population
16,110
College Educated
73.5%
Homeownership
90%
Avg Commute
34.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
47.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bay Farm Montessori Academy
What grades does Bay Farm Montessori Academy serve?
Bay Farm Montessori Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Bay Farm Montessori Academy?
Bay Farm Montessori Academy has an enrollment of approximately 98 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay Farm Montessori Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bay Farm Montessori Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bay Farm Montessori Academy rank in MA?
Bay Farm Montessori Academy ranks #225 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Bay Farm Montessori Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Bay Farm Montessori Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bay Farm Montessori Academy a private school?
Yes, Bay Farm Montessori Academy 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 Bay Farm Montessori Academy a religious school?
No, Bay Farm Montessori Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 98
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Phone
- (781) 934-7101
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