Below Average

#341 of 388 private schools in MA

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

School

80 GERRYS LANDING RD, Cambridge, MA 02138

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

1,407

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Enrollment

1,407

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#341 of 388

In Cambridge

#7 of 7

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About Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School is a private school in Cambridge, MA. Buckingham Browne & Nichols School serves approximately 1,407 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Buckingham Browne & Nichols School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #341 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares1.4 pts below MA schools

4.9

This school 4.9 · Below Average
MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Buckingham Browne & Nichols School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Buckingham Browne & Nichols 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 Buckingham Browne & Nichols School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Cambridge, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.7:1

This School

9.7:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

1,407

This School

422

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.9

This School

8.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.5% vs 0%

Asian 2.9% vs 0%

Black 1.4% vs 0%

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School Cambridge Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Buckingham Browne & Nichols School (this school)	—	1,407	9.7:1	4.9
Haggerty	1.0 mi	229	7.9:1	9.4
Graham and Parks	1.0 mi	396	11.3:1	9.6
Maria L. Baldwin	1.2 mi	352	11:1	9.9
Putnam Avenue Upper School	1.2 mi	270	7.7:1	9.2
Martin Luther King Jr.	1.2 mi	328	10.9:1	9.8
Cambridge Rindge and Latin	1.2 mi	1,979	9.1:1	8.3
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School	1.4 mi	346	16.5:1	9.1
Rindge Avenue Upper School	1.5 mi	289	8.8:1	9.4
Peabody	1.5 mi	321	12.8:1	7.1
Amigos School	1.5 mi	418	10.7:1	9.0
Morse	1.6 mi	302	9.2:1	9.2
John M Tobin	1.6 mi	326	10.2:1	9.5
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School	1.8 mi	917	9.4:1	5.9
Cambridgeport	1.9 mi	285	10.6:1	9.5
Fletcher/Maynard Academy	2.1 mi	251	7:1	5.5
King Open	2.3 mi	387	9.4:1	7.3
Cambridge Street Upper School	2.3 mi	304	9.2:1	7.8
Kennedy-Longfellow	2.5 mi	220	6.9:1	7.4
Vassal Lane Upper School	2.5 mi	258	6:1	6.9
Community Charter School of Cambridge	2.6 mi	261	8.7:1	7.6

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

B- 4.8 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.7:1

Instructional Commitment

A 8.7 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,316

Diversity & Inclusion

B- 4.8 / 10

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Diversity Index 29%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C- 1.6 / 10

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Enrollment 1,407

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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 83.5%

Two or More 11.1%

Asian 2.9%

Black 1.4%

Pacific Islander 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

80 GERRYS LANDING RD, Cambridge, MA 02138

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Buckingham Browne & Nichols School may also want to explore other schools in the area. KENNEDY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Brighton), which scores notably higher. Another option is GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOSTON (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing (rated 5.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Allston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cambridge, see our Cambridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
SHADY HILL SCHOOL Cambridge	0.1 mi	502	7.4
Gardner Pilot Academy Allston	0.8 mi	371	8.1
ST PETER SCHOOL Cambridge	0.7 mi	179	6.6
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOSTON Boston	0.8 mi	234	7.4
Graham and Parks Cambridge	1.0 mi	396	9.6
CAMBRIDGE FRIENDS SCHOOL Cambridge	1.1 mi	131	7.4
ATRIUM SCHOOL Watertown	0.9 mi	117	6.7
Haggerty Cambridge	1.0 mi	229	9.4
Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing Allston	1.3 mi	73	5.4
SAINT PAUL'S CHOIR SCHOOL Cambridge	1.1 mi	38	7.8
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School Cambridge	1.4 mi	346	9.1
ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Boston	1.4 mi	210	6.7
ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brighton	1.4 mi	212	7.8
Peabody Cambridge	1.5 mi	321	7.1
Rindge Avenue Upper School Cambridge	1.5 mi	289	9.4
Maria L. Baldwin Cambridge	1.2 mi	352	9.9
ST STEPHEN'S ARMENIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown	1.2 mi	73	5.3
KENNEDY DAY SCHOOL Brighton	1.5 mi	56	7.9
Putnam Avenue Upper School Cambridge	1.2 mi	270	9.2
MALIK ACADEMY/ AL BUSTAN PRESCHOOL Cambridge	1.3 mi	24	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,040

Median Home Value

$1,088,700

Median Rent

$2,799/mo

Population

38,077

College Educated

85.6%

Homeownership

40.9%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

28.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Buckingham Browne & Nichols School

What grades does Buckingham Browne & Nichols School serve?

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Buckingham Browne & Nichols School?

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School has an enrollment of approximately 1,407 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Buckingham Browne & Nichols School?

The student-teacher ratio at Buckingham Browne & Nichols School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Buckingham Browne & Nichols School rank in MA?

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School ranks #341 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Buckingham Browne & Nichols School's MySchoolScout rating?

Buckingham Browne & Nichols School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Buckingham Browne & Nichols School a private school?

Yes, Buckingham Browne & Nichols 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 Buckingham Browne & Nichols School a religious school?

No, Buckingham Browne & Nichols School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 53 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 61 Good Transit
Bike Score: 86 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment: 1,407
Gender Split: 4% M / 96% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 145
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 188 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Middlesex County
Phone: (617) 800-2131

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