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#229 of 388 private schools in MA

Bethany Christian Academy

School

15 CAPE RD, Mendon, MA 01756

Private

Enrollment

133

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Bethany Christian Academy

6.0/10

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About Bethany Christian Academy

Bethany Christian Academy is a private school in Mendon, MA. Bethany Christian Academy serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bethany Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #229 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 133 students, Bethany Christian 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 9.3:1 students to teachers, Bethany Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Bethany Christian 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

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How Bethany Christian Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Mendon, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
This School
vs
13:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
133
This School
vs
507
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
6.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 60.9% vs 0%
Asian 13.5% vs 0%
Black 8.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.8% vs 0%
Bethany Christian Academy Mendon Public Avg

All Schools in Mendon

School Rating
Bethany Christian Academy (this school) 6.0
Henry P Clough 6.8
Miscoe Hill School 7.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,068
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 59%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 133
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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)

White 60.9%
Asian 13.5%
Two or More 10.5%
Black 8.3%
Hispanic 6.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

15 CAPE RD, Mendon, MA 01756

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bethany Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. EVERGREEN CENTER (rated 7.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores notably higher. Another option is J F Kennedy Memorial (rated 7.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Miscoe Hill School (rated 7.0/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mendon, see our Mendon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Bellingham Memorial School Bellingham 2.3 mi 4.8
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Milford 2.9 mi
Bellingham High School Bellingham 2.5 mi 6.3
Hopedale Jr Sr High Hopedale 2.6 mi 5.9
Memorial Hopedale 2.7 mi 5.1
Stacy Middle Milford 3.1 mi 3.3
Memorial Milford 3.2 mi 5.4
Bellingham Early Childhood Center Bellingham 2.9 mi 3.6
Henry P Clough Mendon 2.7 mi 6.8
Stall Brook Bellingham 2.9 mi 5.0
Park Street School Hopedale 3.2 mi 3.4
Brookside Milford 3.7 mi 6.3
Shining Star Early Childhood Center Milford 3.7 mi 3.8
Milford High Milford 3.7 mi 4.8
EVERGREEN CENTER Milford 4.0 mi 7.9
Woodland Milford 4.4 mi 5.0
Joseph F DiPietro Elementary School Bellingham 4.6 mi 6.5
Keough Memorial Academy Bellingham 4.7 mi
Miscoe Hill School Mendon 4.1 mi 7.0
J F Kennedy Memorial Franklin 4.0 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,837

Median Home Value

$605,500

Median Rent

$1,947/mo

Population

6,266

College Educated

53.7%

Homeownership

91.1%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

43.9

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School Rating
EAST GATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fall River, MA 6.0
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Harvard, MA 6.1
Melvin H. King South End Academy Boston, MA 5.9
CLARK SCHOOL Rowley, MA 5.8
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Granville, MA 5.7
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Ludlow, MA 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bethany Christian Academy

What grades does Bethany Christian Academy serve?

Bethany Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Bethany Christian Academy?

Bethany Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bethany Christian Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Bethany Christian Academy is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bethany Christian Academy rank in MA?

Bethany Christian Academy ranks #229 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Bethany Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Bethany Christian 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 Bethany Christian Academy a private school?

Yes, Bethany Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Bethany Christian Academy a religious school?

Bethany Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
133
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
178 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County

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