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#150 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 38% of private schools
Derby Academy
Elementary School
56 BURDITT AVE, Hingham, MA 02043
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#150 of 388
In Hingham
#1 of 5
public schools
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Derby Academy
Elementary School in Hingham · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Derby Academy
Derby Academy is a private elementary school in Hingham, MA. Derby Academy serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Derby Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #150 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Derby Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Derby Academy 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 Derby Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Hingham, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Derby Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| Wm L Foster Elementary | 8.2 |
| East Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Plymouth River | 9.5 |
| South Elementary | 8.5 |
| Hingham Middle School | 8.6 |
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
56 BURDITT AVE, Hingham, MA 02043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Derby Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth River (rated 9.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lillian M Jacobs (rated 8.9/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Hull), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hingham, see our Hingham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hingham | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Wm L Foster Elementary Hingham | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH SHORE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC PRESCHOOL Hingham | 1.4 mi | — |
| Hingham High Hingham | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| SU ESCUELA LANGUAGE ACADEMY/SELA THE INTERNATIONAL Hingham | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| East Elementary School Hingham | 1.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Plymouth River Hingham | 2.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| South Elementary Hingham | 3.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Memorial Middle Hull | 3.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Wessagusset North Weymouth | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth | 2.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Academy Avenue Weymouth | 3.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Lillian M Jacobs Hull | 4.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Hull High Hull | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Hingham | 4.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Atherton Hough Quincy | 3.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Hingham Middle School Hingham | 4.7 mi | 8.6 |
| FUSION HINGHAM Hingham | 4.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$181,017
Median Home Value
$1,075,100
Median Rent
$2,452/mo
Population
24,185
College Educated
75.3%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKWOOD SCHOOL Manchester, MA | 6.8 |
| Clark St Community Worcester, MA | 6.8 |
| Eastford Road Southbridge, MA | 6.8 |
| F A Cleveland Norwood, MA | 6.8 |
| Hadley Swampscott, MA | 6.8 |
| Henry P Clough Mendon, MA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Derby Academy
What grades does Derby Academy serve?
Derby Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Derby Academy?
Derby Academy has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Derby Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Derby Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Derby Academy rank in MA?
Derby Academy ranks #150 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Derby Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Derby Academy 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 Derby Academy a private school?
Yes, Derby Academy 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 Derby Academy a religious school?
No, Derby Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 335
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 157 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Phone
- (781) 749-0746
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