Excellent
#21 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 5% of private schools
Doctor Franklin Perkins School
School
971 MAIN ST, Lancaster, MA 01523
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Score
8.1
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#21 of 388
In Lancaster
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Doctor Franklin Perkins School
Doctor Franklin Perkins School is a private school in Lancaster, MA. Doctor Franklin Perkins School serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 3.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Doctor Franklin Perkins School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, Doctor Franklin Perkins 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 3.6:1 students to teachers, Doctor Franklin Perkins School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Doctor Franklin Perkins 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 Doctor Franklin Perkins School compares to the 2 public schools in Lancaster, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lancaster
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Doctor Franklin Perkins School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Luther Burbank Middle School | 5.8 |
| Mary Rowlandson Elementary | 7.8 |
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
971 MAIN ST, Lancaster, MA 01523
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Doctor Franklin Perkins School may also want to explore other schools in the area. SOUTH LANCASTER ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby South Lancaster), a more accessible option. Additionally, IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Harvard), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NASHOBA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.4 mi | — |
| Luther Burbank Middle School Lancaster | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Mary Rowlandson Elementary Lancaster | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| TRIVIUM SCHOOL Lancaster | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| RFK DON WATSON ACADEMY Lancaster | 1.4 mi | — |
| SOUTH LANCASTER ACADEMY South Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Nashoba Regional Bolton | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Clinton Elementary Clinton | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Harvard | 2.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Clinton Middle School Clinton | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Clinton Senior High Clinton | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Florence Sawyer School Bolton | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Lura A. White Elementary School Shirley | 5.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School Shirley | 6.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Sky View Middle School Leominster | 5.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Berlin Memorial School Berlin | 6.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Frances Drake School Leominster | 5.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Bromfield Harvard | 5.1 mi | 8.3 |
| ST ANNA SCHOOL Leominster | 5.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Hildreth Elementary School Harvard | 5.2 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01523 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,444
Median Home Value
$467,400
Median Rent
$1,985/mo
Population
8,470
College Educated
51.5%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOSTON HIGASHI SCHOOL Randolph, MA | 8.0 |
| CENTER SCHOOL Holyoke, MA | 8.2 |
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough, MA | 8.0 |
| HOPEFUL JOURNEYS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Beverly, MA | 8.2 |
| CENTER FOR APPLIED BEHAVIORAL INSTRUCTION SCHOOL Worcester, MA | 7.9 |
| EVERGREEN CENTER Milford, MA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Doctor Franklin Perkins School
What grades does Doctor Franklin Perkins School serve?
Doctor Franklin Perkins School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Doctor Franklin Perkins School?
Doctor Franklin Perkins School has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Doctor Franklin Perkins School?
The student-teacher ratio at Doctor Franklin Perkins School is 3.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Doctor Franklin Perkins School rank in MA?
Doctor Franklin Perkins School ranks #21 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Doctor Franklin Perkins School's MySchoolScout rating?
Doctor Franklin Perkins School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Doctor Franklin Perkins School a private school?
Yes, Doctor Franklin Perkins 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 Doctor Franklin Perkins School a religious school?
No, Doctor Franklin Perkins School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 124
- Gender Split
- 65% M / 35% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 218 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (978) 368-4980
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