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#310 of 388 private schools in MA
Cardinal Spellman High School
High School
738 CT ST, Brockton, MA 02302
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#310 of 388
In Brockton
#1 of 2
public schools
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Cardinal Spellman High School
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About Cardinal Spellman High School
Cardinal Spellman High School is a private high school in Brockton, MA. Cardinal Spellman High School serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardinal Spellman High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #310 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Cardinal Spellman High 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 Cardinal Spellman High School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Brockton, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cardinal Spellman High School (this school) | 5.2 |
| PROMISE College and Career Academy | 5.2 |
| New Heights Charter School of Brockton | 6.1 |
| Huntington Therapeutic Day School | 4.1 |
| Brockton High | 5.6 |
| Edison Evening Academy | 5.1 |
| Brockton Virtual Learning Academy | 4.2 |
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
738 CT ST, Brockton, MA 02302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cardinal Spellman High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Louise A Conley (rated 7.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Whitman), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ashfield Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary E. Baker School (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mary E. Baker School Brockton | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Ashfield Middle School Brockton | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| East Middle School Brockton | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Downey Brockton | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| BROCKTON AREA SDA ACADEMY Brockton | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Plouffe Middle School Brockton | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Brookfield Brockton | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Gilmore Elementary School Brockton | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| North Middle School Brockton | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Whitman Middle Whitman | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Edgar B Davis Brockton | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Oscar F Raymond Brockton | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Louise A Conley Whitman | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodsdale Elementary School Abington | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| South Middle School Brockton | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| New Heights Charter School of Brockton Brockton | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,560
Median Home Value
$395,000
Median Rent
$1,476/mo
Population
36,472
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
38.5
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| Blackstone Millville RHS Blackstone, MA | 5.2 |
| Burke High School Dorchester, MA | 5.2 |
| CATHOLIC MEMORIAL West Roxbury, MA | 5.2 |
| David Prouty High Spencer, MA | 5.2 |
| ARLINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Arlington, MA | 5.3 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody, MA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cardinal Spellman High School
What grades does Cardinal Spellman High School serve?
Cardinal Spellman High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Cardinal Spellman High School?
Cardinal Spellman High School has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Spellman High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cardinal Spellman High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cardinal Spellman High School rank in MA?
Cardinal Spellman High School ranks #310 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Cardinal Spellman High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cardinal Spellman High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cardinal Spellman High School a private school?
Yes, Cardinal Spellman High School 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 Cardinal Spellman High School a religious school?
Cardinal Spellman High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 466
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Phone
- (508) 583-6875
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