Very Good
#99 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 25% of private schools
Belmont Hill School
High School
350 PROSPECT ST, Belmont, MA 02478
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#99 of 388
In Belmont
#2 of 4
public schools
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About Belmont Hill School
Belmont Hill School is a private high school in Belmont, MA. Belmont Hill School serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Belmont Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Belmont Hill School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Belmont Hill 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 Belmont Hill School compares to the 6 public schools in Belmont, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Belmont
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belmont Hill School (this school) | 7.2 |
| Winn Brook | 8.1 |
| Belmont High | 7.7 |
| Roger E Wellington | 5.5 |
| Daniel Butler | 7.8 |
| Winthrop L Chenery Middle | 7.2 |
| Mary Lee Burbank | 8.0 |
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
350 PROSPECT ST, Belmont, MA 02478
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Belmont Hill School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Arlington High (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Belmont High (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ARLINGTON SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Belmont, see our Belmont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brackett Arlington | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Cyrus E Dallin Arlington | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Ottoson Middle Arlington | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| ARLINGTON SCHOOL Belmont | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CNS/PATHWAYS ACADEMY Arlington | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Roger E Wellington Belmont | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Winn Brook Belmont | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Belmont High Belmont | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW COVENANT SCHOOL Arlington | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Peirce Arlington | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Arlington High Arlington | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Menotomy Preschool Arlington | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Winthrop L Chenery Middle Belmont | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Mary Lee Burbank Belmont | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL OF MASSACHUSETTS BAY Belmont | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| M Norcross Stratton Arlington | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| James Russell Lowell Watertown | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| FAYERWEATHER STREET SCHOOL Cambridge | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02478 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$177,790
Median Home Value
$1,108,800
Median Rent
$2,382/mo
Population
26,966
College Educated
80.1%
Homeownership
64.4%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
42.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BERKSHIRE SCHOOL Sheffield, MA | 7.2 |
| PINGREE SCHOOL South Hamilton, MA | 7.2 |
| BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover, MA | 7.1 |
| Bourne High School Bourne, MA | 7.1 |
| Nantucket High Nantucket, MA | 7.1 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston, MA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Belmont Hill School
What grades does Belmont Hill School serve?
Belmont Hill School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Belmont Hill School?
Belmont Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Belmont Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Belmont Hill School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Belmont Hill School rank in MA?
Belmont Hill School ranks #99 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Belmont Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Belmont Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Belmont Hill School a private school?
Yes, Belmont Hill School is a private all-boys 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 Belmont Hill School a religious school?
No, Belmont Hill School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 463
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 484-4410
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