Very Good
#59 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 15% of private schools
Dedham Country Day School
Elementary School
90 SANDY VALLEY RD, Dedham, MA 02026
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
6.2:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#59 of 388
In Dedham
#1 of 4
public schools
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Dedham Country Day School
Elementary School in Dedham · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Dedham Country Day School
Dedham Country Day School is a private elementary school in Dedham, MA. Dedham Country Day School serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dedham Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Dedham Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Dedham Country Day 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 Dedham Country Day School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Dedham, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dedham Country Day School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Early Childhood Center | 7.3 |
| Dedham Middle School | 7.4 |
| Avery | 7.2 |
| Oakdale | 6.1 |
| Greenlodge | 9.0 |
| Riverdale | 5.4 |
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.
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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
90 SANDY VALLEY RD, Dedham, MA 02026
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dedham Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greenlodge (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Downey (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Early Childhood Center (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Dedham, see our Dedham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| URSULINE ACADEMY Dedham | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Early Childhood Center Dedham | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Dedham Middle School Dedham | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| NOBLE AND GREENOUGH SCHOOL Dedham | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Dedham High Dedham | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| XAVERIAN BROTHERS HIGH SCHOOL Westwood | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Downey Westwood | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Avery Dedham | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| THE RASHI SCHOOL Dedham | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Oakdale Dedham | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Riverdale Dedham | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Greenlodge Dedham | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Westwood Integrated Preschool Westwood | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Westwood High Westwood | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Beethoven Elementary School West Roxbury | 2.3 mi | 4.1 |
| John P Oldham Norwood | 2.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Kilmer K-8 School West Roxbury | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| E W Thurston Middle Westwood | 2.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Ohrenberger School West Roxbury | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CATHOLIC MEMORIAL West Roxbury | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,375
Median Home Value
$630,400
Median Rent
$2,058/mo
Population
25,109
College Educated
55.1%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
43.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury, MA | 7.6 |
| George H Potter North Dartmouth, MA | 7.6 |
| J F Kennedy Memorial Franklin, MA | 7.6 |
| James Tansey Fall River, MA | 7.6 |
| Joseph Osgood Cohasset, MA | 7.6 |
| Memorial Burlington, MA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dedham Country Day School
What grades does Dedham Country Day School serve?
Dedham Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dedham Country Day School?
Dedham Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dedham Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dedham Country Day School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Dedham Country Day School rank in MA?
Dedham Country Day School ranks #59 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Dedham Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dedham Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dedham Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Dedham Country Day 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 Dedham Country Day School a religious school?
No, Dedham Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 298
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (781) 329-0850
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