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#328 of 388 private schools in MA
Birches School
Elementary School
100 BEDFORD RD, Lincoln, MA 01773
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#328 of 388
In Lincoln
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Birches School
Birches School is a private elementary school in Lincoln, MA. Birches School serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Birches School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #328 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 89 students, Birches School 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, Birches School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Birches 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 Birches School compares to the 1 public school in Lincoln, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lincoln
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Birches School (this school) | 5.1 |
| Lincoln School | 8.7 |
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
100 BEDFORD RD, Lincoln, MA 01773
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Birches School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridge (rated 9.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maria Hastings (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln School (rated 8.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lincoln, see our Lincoln schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln School Lincoln | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| THE CARROLL SCHOOL Lincoln | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Minuteman Regional High Lexington | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| THE GUILD FOR HUMAN SERVICES Concord | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| FUSE SCHOOL Lexington | 2.6 mi | — |
| Lt Eleazer Davis Bedford | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Maria Hastings Lexington | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Alcott Concord | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Concord Carlisle High Concord | 2.5 mi | 9.0 |
| John Glenn Middle Bedford | 3.5 mi | 9.2 |
| COMMUNITY THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Lexington | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Bedford High Bedford | 3.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Bridge Lexington | 2.9 mi | 9.2 |
| BEDFORD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bedford | 3.6 mi | — |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| THE FENN SCHOOL Concord | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| COTTING SCHOOL Lexington | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01773 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$197,292
Median Home Value
$1,169,800
Median Rent
$2,162/mo
Population
5,257
College Educated
87.8%
Homeownership
76.9%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
51.4
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|---|---|
| WOODSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Millis, MA | 5.1 |
| Squannacook Early Childhood Center Townsend, MA | 5.0 |
| THE VILLAGE SCHOOL Royalston, MA | 5.2 |
| DEVEREUX SCHOOL Marblehead, MA | 4.9 |
| LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA ACADEMY Longmeadow, MA | 5.3 |
| ST STEPHEN'S ARMENIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown, MA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Birches School
What grades does Birches School serve?
Birches School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Birches School?
Birches School has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Birches School?
The student-teacher ratio at Birches School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Birches School rank in MA?
Birches School ranks #328 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Birches School's MySchoolScout rating?
Birches School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Birches School a private school?
Yes, Birches 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 Birches School a religious school?
No, Birches School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 89
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 259-8100
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