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#60 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 15% of private schools

Brimmer & May School

School

69 MIDDLESEX RD, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Private

Enrollment

399

Student-Teacher

6.2:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#60 of 388

In Chestnut Hill

#3 of 5

public schools

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7.6/10

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About Brimmer & May School

Brimmer & May School is a private school in Chestnut Hill, MA. Brimmer & May School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Brimmer & May School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares1.3 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Brimmer & May School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Brimmer & May 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

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How Brimmer & May School compares to the 3 public schools in Chestnut Hill, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
This School
vs
10.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
399
This School
vs
377
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
7.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.1% vs 0%
Asian 14.8% vs 0%
Black 8.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 6% vs 0%
Brimmer & May School Chestnut Hill Public Avg

All Schools in Chestnut Hill

School Rating
Brimmer & May School (this school) 7.6
Roland Hayes 7.1
Edith C Baker 8.1
Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham 5.9

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+ 7.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,176
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 61%
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
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Enrollment 399
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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 58.1%
Asian 14.8%
Two or More 11.0%
Black 8.8%
Hispanic 6.0%
Pacific Islander 0.8%
Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

69 MIDDLESEX RD, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brimmer & May School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Newton South High (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winship Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Brighton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John Ward (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Newton Centre), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chestnut Hill, see our Chestnut Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill 0.2 mi 8.4
YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Chestnut Hill 0.4 mi 6.2
BEAVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Chestnut Hill 0.6 mi 7.9
B C CAMPUS SCHOOL Chestnut Hill 0.6 mi
Roland Hayes Chestnut Hill 0.7 mi 7.1
MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill 1.0 mi 5.8
Edison K-8 School Brighton 1.3 mi 5.4
John D Runkle Brookline 1.1 mi 8.3
Winship Elementary School Brighton 1.5 mi 9.2
John Ward Newton Centre 1.3 mi 9.0
Edith C Baker Chestnut Hill 1.7 mi 8.1
Lyon K-8 School Brighton 1.7 mi 4.1
Lyon High School Brighton 1.8 mi 5.8
TORAH ACADEMY Brookline 1.5 mi 5.3
Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham Chestnut Hill 1.7 mi 5.9
Bowen Newton Centre 1.4 mi 7.3
Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy Brighton 1.5 mi 6.8
MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER BOSTON Brighton 1.8 mi 5.5
Newton South High Newton Centre 1.5 mi 9.4
Brighton High School Brighton 1.8 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02467 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$173,854

Median Home Value

$1,249,100

Median Rent

$3,067/mo

Population

22,325

College Educated

83%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

30

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Beverly, MA 7.6
FAY SCHOOL Southborough, MA 7.4
LANDMARK HIGH SCHOOL Prides Crossing, MA 7.8
THE PIKE SCHOOL Andover, MA 7.8
ACADEMY OF NOTRE DAME Tyngsboro, MA 7.3
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester, MA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brimmer & May School

What grades does Brimmer & May School serve?

Brimmer & May School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Brimmer & May School?

Brimmer & May School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brimmer & May School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brimmer & May School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Brimmer & May School rank in MA?

Brimmer & May School ranks #60 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Brimmer & May School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brimmer & May School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Brimmer & May School a private school?

Yes, Brimmer & May 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 Brimmer & May School a religious school?

No, Brimmer & May School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
399
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
168 days
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County

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