Very Good
#117 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 30% of private schools
Cotting School
School
453 CONCORD AVE, Lexington, MA 02421
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#117 of 388
In Lexington
#2 of 5
public schools
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About Cotting School
Cotting School is a private school in Lexington, MA. Cotting School serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cotting School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #117 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, Cotting 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 3.5:1 students to teachers, Cotting School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Cotting 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 Cotting School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Lexington, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cotting School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Jonas Clarke Middle | 9.3 |
| Bowman | 9.5 |
| Bridge | 9.2 |
| Lexington High | 9.3 |
| Maria Hastings | 8.8 |
| Harrington | 8.8 |
| Minuteman Regional High | 8.3 |
| Fiske | 7.2 |
| Wm Diamond Middle | 8.7 |
| Joseph Estabrook | 9.6 |
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.
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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
453 CONCORD AVE, Lexington, MA 02421
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cotting School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Waltham), with a very similar rating. Additionally, COMMUNITY THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jonas Clarke Middle Lexington | 0.8 mi | 9.3 |
| OUR LADYS ACADEMY Waltham | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| COMMUNITY THERAPEUTIC DAY SCHOOL Lexington | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Bowman Lexington | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Bridge Lexington | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Northeast Elementary School Waltham | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LEXINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Lexington High Lexington | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| John F Kennedy Middle Waltham | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Lexington Children's Place Lexington | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Waltham Sr High Waltham | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MEADOWRIDGE PELHAM ACADEMY Lexington | 1.6 mi | — |
| Maria Hastings Lexington | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL Waltham | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Waltham | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School Waltham | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Fiske Lexington | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02421 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$212,843
Median Home Value
$1,147,700
Median Rent
$2,847/mo
Population
17,798
College Educated
84.7%
Homeownership
76.3%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
47.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| THE GUILD FOR HUMAN SERVICES Concord, MA | 7.1 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS ACADEMY Hyde Park, MA | 7.2 |
| MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham, MA | 6.9 |
| VALLEY WEST SCHOOL Chicopee, MA | 6.8 |
| ACERA SCHOOL Winchester, MA | 7.4 |
| BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cotting School
What grades does Cotting School serve?
Cotting School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Cotting School?
Cotting School has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cotting School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cotting School is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Cotting School rank in MA?
Cotting School ranks #117 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Cotting School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cotting School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cotting School a private school?
Yes, Cotting 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 Cotting School a religious school?
No, Cotting School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 113
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 862-7323
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