Very Good
#44 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 11% of private schools
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
High School
785 BEAVER ST, Waltham, MA 02452
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#44 of 388
In Waltham
#1 of 4
public schools
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Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
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About Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School is a private high school in Waltham, MA. Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 5.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall 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 5.1:1 students to teachers, Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall 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 Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School compares to the 10 public schools in Waltham, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Waltham
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School (this school) | 7.8 |
| Thomas R Plympton Elementary School | 5.0 |
| Waltham Sr High | 5.7 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School | 6.2 |
| John F Kennedy Middle | 8.7 |
| Northeast Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program | 6.5 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School | 6.0 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School | 7.1 |
| William F. Stanley Elementary School | 6.0 |
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
785 BEAVER ST, Waltham, MA 02452
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Weston), with a comparable rating. Another option is GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Waltham Sr High (rated 5.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waltham, see our Waltham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Waltham | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Waltham Sr High Waltham | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School Waltham | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| John F Kennedy Middle Waltham | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Northeast Elementary School Waltham | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program Waltham | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| OUR LADYS ACADEMY Waltham | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| William F. Stanley Elementary School Waltham | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Franklin West Newton | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| COTTING SCHOOL Lexington | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| C C Burr Auburndale | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| LEXINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,902
Median Home Value
$779,900
Median Rent
$2,325/mo
Population
16,173
College Educated
54.3%
Homeownership
51.1%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
32.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brighton, MA | 7.8 |
| Rockport High Rockport, MA | 7.7 |
| STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL Greenfield, MA | 8.0 |
| Four Rivers Charter Public School Greenfield, MA | 7.5 |
| Hopkins Academy Hadley, MA | 7.5 |
| THE MACDUFFIE SCHOOL Granby, MA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
What grades does Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School serve?
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School?
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School rank in MA?
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School ranks #44 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School a private school?
Yes, Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall 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 Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School a religious school?
No, Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 178
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 158 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 314-0800
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