Average
#143 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 37% of private schools
Buxton School
High School
291 S ST, Williamstown, MA 01267
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#143 of 388
In Williamstown
#2 of 2
public schools
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About Buxton School
Buxton School is a private high school in Williamstown, MA. Buxton School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 2.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Buxton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Buxton School 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.
At 2.6:1 students to teachers, Buxton School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Buxton 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 Buxton School compares to the 2 public schools in Williamstown, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Williamstown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buxton School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Williamstown Elementary | 6.1 |
| Mt Greylock Regional High | 7.4 |
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
291 S ST, Williamstown, MA 01267
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Buxton School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mt Greylock Regional High (rated 7.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School (rated 5.8/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Adams), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Charles McCann Vocational Technical (rated 5.0/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby North Adams), a more accessible option. For more schools in Williamstown, see our Williamstown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PINE COBBLE SCHOOL Williamstown | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Williamstown Elementary Williamstown | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Mt Greylock Regional High Williamstown | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Greylock North Adams | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Brayton North Adams | 3.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Pownal Elementary School Pownal | 6.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Colegrove Park Elementary North Adams | 5.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Clarksburg Elementary Clarksburg | 5.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Charles McCann Vocational Technical North Adams | 6.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Drury High North Adams | 6.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Berkshire Arts and Technology Charter Public School Adams | 7.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Hoosac Valley Elementary School Adams | 7.5 mi | 2.9 |
| ST STANISLAUS KOSTKA SCHOOL Adams | 7.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Hoosac Valley High School Cheshire | 9.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Hoosac Valley Middle School Cheshire | 9.0 mi | 5.1 |
| BERLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Berlin | 7.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Hancock Elementary Hancock | 9.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Stamford Elementary School Stramford | 8.2 mi | 4.3 |
| BERLIN MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL Cherry Plain | 8.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Abbott Memorial Florida | 8.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01267 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,750
Median Home Value
$438,100
Median Rent
$1,280/mo
Population
7,985
College Educated
66.1%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
34.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell, MA | 6.8 |
| THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy, MA | 6.8 |
| WHITE OAK SCHOOL Westfield, MA | 6.9 |
| BARD ACADEMY AT SIMONS ROCK Great Barrington, MA | 6.6 |
| RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick, MA | 6.6 |
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury, MA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Buxton School
What grades does Buxton School serve?
Buxton School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Buxton School?
Buxton School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Buxton School?
The student-teacher ratio at Buxton School is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Buxton School rank in MA?
Buxton School ranks #143 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Buxton School's MySchoolScout rating?
Buxton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Buxton School a private school?
Yes, Buxton 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 Buxton School a religious school?
No, Buxton School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 150 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Berkshire County
- Phone
- (413) 458-3919
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