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#276 of 388 private schools in MA
Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy
Middle School
94 BRADFORD ST, Lawrence, MA 01840
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#276 of 388
In Lawrence
#2 of 3
public schools
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Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy
Middle School in Lawrence · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy
Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy is a private middle school in Lawrence, MA. Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a.
Academy serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 121 students, Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. 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.
Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. 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 Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Lawrence, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy (this school) | 5.6 |
| Lawrence Family Development Charter School | 3.3 |
| Oliver Elementary School | 3.1 |
| School for Exceptional Studies | 4.2 |
| Oliver Middle School | 4.0 |
| Francis M Leahy | 3.3 |
| RISE Academy | 4.7 |
| John K Tarbox | 5.6 |
| Guilmette Middle School | 5.2 |
| Alexander B Bruce | 5.3 |
| Arlington Middle School | 4.9 |
| Leonard Middle School | 3.2 |
| Emily G Wetherbee | 5.1 |
| Community Day Charter Public School | 5.3 |
| Spark Academy | 6.7 |
| South Lawrence East Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Parthum Middle School | 6.8 |
| Frost Middle School | 4.0 |
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.
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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
94 BRADFORD ST, Lawrence, MA 01840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ESPERANZA ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Alexander B Bruce (rated 5.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Guilmette Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oliver Elementary School Lawrence | 0.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence | 0.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 3.3 |
| School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Oliver Middle School Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| John K Tarbox Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Lawlor Early Childhood Center Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| RISE Academy Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 2.4 |
| Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Guilmette Middle School Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| High School Learning Center Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Alexander B Bruce Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| James F Hennessey Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Lawrence Family Public Academy Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,630
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
7,092
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
2.3%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.9%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Memorial Middle Hull, MA | 5.5 |
| SPARHAWK ACADEMY Mills, MA | 5.7 |
| Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Roxbury, MA | 5.2 |
| Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School Boston, MA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy
What grades does Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy serve?
Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy?
Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy rank in MA?
Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy ranks #276 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. 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 Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy a private school?
Yes, Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy 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 Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy a religious school?
Blessed Stephen Bellesini O.s.a. Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 121
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 11 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (978) 989-0004
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