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#295 of 388 private schools in MA
Bishop Fenwick High School
High School
99 MARGIN ST, Peabody, MA 01960
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#295 of 388
In Peabody
#3 of 3
public schools
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Bishop Fenwick High School
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About Bishop Fenwick High School
Bishop Fenwick High School is a private high school in Peabody, MA. Bishop Fenwick High School serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Fenwick High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #295 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Bishop Fenwick High 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 Bishop Fenwick High School compares to the 11 public schools in Peabody, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Peabody
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bishop Fenwick High School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Thomas Carroll | 3.4 |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program | 2.6 |
| Center | 3.8 |
| J Henry Higgins Middle | 4.5 |
| William A Welch Sr | 4.4 |
| South Memorial | 7.4 |
| Captain Samuel Brown | 6.1 |
| Peabody Veterans Memorial High | 4.1 |
| John E. McCarthy | 4.4 |
| West Memorial | 7.4 |
| John E Burke | 6.5 |
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
99 MARGIN ST, Peabody, MA 01960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Fenwick High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ayers/Ryal Side School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Beverly), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willis E Thorpe (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Danvers), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peabody, see our Peabody schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Carroll Peabody | 0.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Bates Salem | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody | 1.1 mi | 2.6 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Peabody | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| THE PHOENIX SCHOOL Salem | 1.4 mi | — |
| Riverside Danvers | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Witchcraft Heights Salem | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| William A Welch Sr Peabody | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| J Henry Higgins Middle Peabody | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Collins Middle Salem | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Carlton Salem | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Center Peabody | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Salem Prep High School Salem | 1.7 mi | — |
| New Liberty Innovation School Salem | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Ayers/Ryal Side School Beverly | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Holten Richmond Middle School Danvers | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Willis E Thorpe Danvers | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| LITTLE HANDS CHILDRENS CENTER Danvers | 2.2 mi | — |
| Horace Mann Laboratory Salem | 2.3 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,173
Median Home Value
$566,700
Median Rent
$1,902/mo
Population
53,961
College Educated
33.7%
Homeownership
65.4%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ARLINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Arlington, MA | 5.3 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE MATIGNON SCHOOL Cambridge, MA | 5.3 |
| Blackstone Millville RHS Blackstone, MA | 5.2 |
| Burke High School Dorchester, MA | 5.2 |
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton, MA | 5.2 |
| CATHOLIC MEMORIAL West Roxbury, MA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Fenwick High School
What grades does Bishop Fenwick High School serve?
Bishop Fenwick High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bishop Fenwick High School?
Bishop Fenwick High School has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Fenwick High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Fenwick High School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Bishop Fenwick High School rank in MA?
Bishop Fenwick High School ranks #295 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Bishop Fenwick High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Fenwick High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bishop Fenwick High School a private school?
Yes, Bishop Fenwick High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Bishop Fenwick High School a religious school?
Bishop Fenwick High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 466
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (978) 587-8000
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