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#262 of 388 private schools in MA

British International School of Boston

School

416 POND ST, Boston, MA 02130

Private

Enrollment

423

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#262 of 388

In Boston

#15 of 15

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British International School of Boston

5.7/10

School in Boston · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About British International School of Boston

British International School of Boston is a private school in Boston, MA. British International School of Boston serves approximately 423 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. British International School of Boston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #262 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.6 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

British International School of Boston 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 British International School of Boston compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Boston, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
This School
vs
11.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
423
This School
vs
618
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.7
This School
vs
6.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.9% vs 0%
Black 3.5% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
British International School of Boston Boston Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
British International School of Boston (this school) 5.7
Margarita Muniz Academy 3.7
Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (Horace Mann 5.4
Boston Latin School 7.5
UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester 6.7
Dudley Street Neighborhood Charter School 5.5
MATCH Charter Public School 5.1
Boston Arts Academy 7.0
Hurley K-8 School 5.8
Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School 4.9
Blackstone Elementary School 5.2
Melvin H. King South End Academy 5.9
Snowden International High School 7.0
Quincy Upper School 6.7
Quincy Elementary School 9.3
Eliot K-8 Innovation School 9.7

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- 4.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,278
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 22%
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 423
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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 87.9%
Hispanic 5.9%
Black 3.5%
Asian 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

416 POND ST, Boston, MA 02130

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering British International School of Boston may also want to explore other schools in the area. Brooke Charter School (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Another option is MAIMONIDES (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Brookline), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MAIMONIDES SCHOOL ELEMENTARY SECTION (rated 6.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Brookline), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boston, see our Boston schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Manning Elementary School Jamaica Plain 0.1 mi 9.6
PALLOTTA DAY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain 0.3 mi
APPLE ORCHARD SCHOOL Brookline 0.5 mi 7.6
THE PARK SCHOOL Brookline 0.7 mi 4.4
Margarita Muniz Academy Boston 0.8 mi 3.7
Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Jamaica Plain 1.1 mi 5.2
Sumner Elementary School Roslindale 1.4 mi 7.3
English High School Jamaica Plain 1.1 mi 4.6
Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain 1.2 mi 8.3
Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham Chestnut Hill 1.1 mi 5.9
William H Lincoln Brookline 1.5 mi 9.2
MAIMONIDES Brookline 1.6 mi 7.3
MAIMONIDES SCHOOL ELEMENTARY SECTION Brookline 1.6 mi 6.3
Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road Brookline 1.6 mi 4.6
Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale 1.6 mi 9.5
HOLY NAME PARISH SCHOOL West Roxbury 1.6 mi 4.5
Brooke Charter School Roslindale 1.8 mi 7.4
Brookline High Brookline 1.8 mi 9.1
Community Academy Jamaica Plain 1.4 mi 5.6
MERIDIAN ACADEMY Jamaica Plain 1.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,533

Median Home Value

$763,700

Median Rent

$2,434/mo

Population

41,109

College Educated

72.6%

Homeownership

45.6%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.1%

Median Age

34.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peabody, MA 6.0
Codman Academy Charter Public School Dorchester, MA 6.1
CAPE COD ACADEMY Osterville, MA 5.2
MAIMONIDES SCHOOL ELEMENTARY SECTION Brookline, MA 6.3
HILLCREST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Lenox, MA 6.5
WHITINSVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Whitinsville, MA 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about British International School of Boston

What grades does British International School of Boston serve?

British International School of Boston serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend British International School of Boston?

British International School of Boston has an enrollment of approximately 423 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at British International School of Boston?

The student-teacher ratio at British International School of Boston is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does British International School of Boston rank in MA?

British International School of Boston ranks #262 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is British International School of Boston's MySchoolScout rating?

British International School of Boston has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is British International School of Boston a private school?

Yes, British International School of Boston 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 British International School of Boston a religious school?

No, British International School of Boston is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
423
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County

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