Very Good
#39 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 10% of private schools
Beaver Country Day School
High School
791 HAMMOND ST, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#39 of 388
In Chestnut Hill
#2 of 5
public schools
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About Beaver Country Day School
Beaver Country Day School is a private high school in Chestnut Hill, MA. Beaver Country Day School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Beaver Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 5:1 students to teachers, Beaver Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Beaver Country Day 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 Beaver Country Day School compares to the 3 public schools in Chestnut Hill, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Chestnut Hill
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaver Country Day School (this school) | 7.9 |
| Roland Hayes | 7.1 |
| Edith C Baker | 8.1 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham | 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
791 HAMMOND ST, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beaver Country Day School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Newton South High (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS (rated 6.2/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chestnut Hill, see our Chestnut Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIMMER & MAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Chestnut Hill | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| B C CAMPUS SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.1 mi | — |
| Edith C Baker Chestnut Hill | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Roland Hayes Chestnut Hill | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Memorial Spaulding Newton Centre | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham Chestnut Hill | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Newton South High Newton Centre | 1.1 mi | 9.4 |
| MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Bowen Newton Centre | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Charles E Brown Middle Newton Centre | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Oak Hill Middle Newton Centre | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| APPLE ORCHARD SCHOOL Brookline | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Edison K-8 School Brighton | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| John D Runkle Brookline | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| THE PARK SCHOOL Brookline | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Winship Elementary School Brighton | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Lyon K-8 School Brighton | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$173,854
Median Home Value
$1,249,100
Median Rent
$3,067/mo
Population
22,325
College Educated
83%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
30
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Mission High School Hyde Park, MA | 7.9 |
| Wilmington High Wilmington, MA | 7.9 |
| South Shore Vocational Technical High Hanover, MA | 8.0 |
| Wahconah Regional High Dalton, MA | 8.0 |
| Boston Collegiate Charter School Dorchester, MA | 8.1 |
| Norfolk County Agricultural Walpole, MA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beaver Country Day School
What grades does Beaver Country Day School serve?
Beaver Country Day School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Beaver Country Day School?
Beaver Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beaver Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beaver Country Day School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Beaver Country Day School rank in MA?
Beaver Country Day School ranks #39 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Beaver Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beaver Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Beaver Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Beaver Country Day 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 Beaver Country Day School a religious school?
No, Beaver Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 504
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 100
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (617) 738-2700
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