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#273 of 388 private schools in MA
Berea Sda Academy
School
800 MORTON ST, Mattapan, MA 02126
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#273 of 388
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About Berea Sda Academy
Berea Sda Academy is a private school in Mattapan, MA. Berea Sda Academy serves approximately 64 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Berea Sda Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #273 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 64 students, Berea Sda 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 7.4:1 students to teachers, Berea Sda Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Berea Sda 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 Berea Sda Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Mattapan, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berea Sda Academy (this school) | 5.6 |
| Young Achievers K-8 School | 4.4 |
| Mildred Avenue K-8 School | 5.0 |
| KIPP Academy Boston Charter School | 5.0 |
| Taylor Elementary School | 5.5 |
| EllisonParks Early Education School | 5.9 |
| Mattahunt Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Chittick Elementary School | 8.1 |
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
800 MORTON ST, Mattapan, MA 02126
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Berea Sda Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Codman Academy Charter Public School (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper (rated 3.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), a more accessible option. For more schools in Mattapan, see our Mattapan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shaw Elementary School Dorchester | 0.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Boston International High School & Newcomers Academy Dorchester | 0.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Young Achievers K-8 School Mattapan | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Mildred Avenue K-8 School Mattapan | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| KIPP Academy Boston Charter School Mattapan | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Taylor Elementary School Mattapan | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| EllisonParks Early Education School Mattapan | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| TechBoston Academy Dorchester | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Lee K-8 School Dorchester | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Lee Academy Dorchester | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Greenwood Sarah K-8 School Dorchester | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Mattahunt Elementary School Mattapan | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Codman Academy Charter Public School Dorchester | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper Dorchester | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Holmes Elementary School Dorchester | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Haley Pilot School Roslindale | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ST MARY OF THE HILLS SCHOOL Milton | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Dorchester Center | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOHN PAUL LOWER MILLS Dorchester | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Tucker Milton | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02126 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,206
Median Home Value
$515,000
Median Rent
$1,659/mo
Population
25,313
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
37.7 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing Allston, MA | 5.4 |
| NE PEDIATRIC SCHOOL North Billerica, MA | 5.3 |
| EAST GATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fall River, MA | 6.0 |
| GRACE ACADEMY Springfield, MA | 5.1 |
| LATHAM SCHOOL Brewster, MA | 6.1 |
| SEVEN HILLS/STETSON SCHOOL Barre, MA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Berea Sda Academy
What grades does Berea Sda Academy serve?
Berea Sda Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.
How many students attend Berea Sda Academy?
Berea Sda Academy has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Berea Sda Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Berea Sda Academy is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Berea Sda Academy rank in MA?
Berea Sda Academy ranks #273 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Berea Sda Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Berea Sda Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Berea Sda Academy a private school?
Yes, Berea Sda Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Berea Sda Academy a religious school?
Berea Sda Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 10th
- Enrollment
- 64
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (617) 436-8301
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