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#29 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 7% of private schools

Epiphany School

Elementary School

154 CENTRE ST, Dorchester Center, MA 02124

Private

Enrollment

81

Student-Teacher

3.3:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#29 of 388

In Dorchester Center

#1 of 2

public schools

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Epiphany School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Dorchester Center · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower

9.4/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Codman Academy Charter Public School

6.1/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Epiphany School

Epiphany School is a private elementary school in Dorchester Center, MA. Epiphany School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 3.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Epiphany School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares1.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 81 students, Epiphany 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 3.3:1 students to teachers, Epiphany School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Epiphany 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.

Schools in Dorchester Center

No public schools found in Dorchester Center for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 10.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,995
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 51%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Enrollment 81
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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)

Black 63.0%
Hispanic 29.6%
Two or More 4.9%
White 1.2%
Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

154 CENTRE ST, Dorchester Center, MA 02124

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Epiphany School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower (rated 9.4/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), which scores notably higher. Another option is Conservatory Lab Charter School (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mather Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Dorchester), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dorchester Center, see our Dorchester Center schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower Dorchester 0.2 mi 9.4
Codman Academy Charter Public School Dorchester 0.4 mi 6.1
UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester Boston 0.5 mi 6.7
Lee Academy Dorchester 0.6 mi 6.7
Community Academy of Science and Health Dorchester 0.6 mi 5.4
Holmes Elementary School Dorchester 0.6 mi 5.8
Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School Boston 0.7 mi 4.9
Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper Dorchester 0.8 mi 3.9
Neighborhood House Charter School Dorchester 0.6 mi 5.3
TechBoston Academy Dorchester 0.7 mi 4.5
Lee K-8 School Dorchester 0.7 mi 4.5
Kenny Elementary School Dorchester 0.8 mi 5.3
Greenwood Sarah K-8 School Dorchester 0.8 mi 6.4
UP Academy Holland Dorchester 1.0 mi 3.4
Mather Elementary School Dorchester 1.1 mi 7.3
Murphy K-8 School Dorchester 0.9 mi 6.9
Frederick Pilot Middle School Dorchester 1.2 mi 5.3
Conservatory Lab Charter School Dorchester 1.3 mi 7.9
ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester 1.1 mi 3.9
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Dorchester Center 1.3 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,168

Median Home Value

$607,200

Median Rent

$1,783/mo

Population

55,897

College Educated

31.1%

Homeownership

42%

Avg Commute

35 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

36.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hawlemont Regional Charlemont, MA 8.0
DELPHI ACADEMY Milton, MA 8.1
New Marlborough Central Sheffield, MA 8.2
SHREWSBURY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Shrewsbury, MA 7.7
Shutesbury Elementary Shutesbury, MA 8.3
APPLE ORCHARD SCHOOL Brookline, MA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Epiphany School

What grades does Epiphany School serve?

Epiphany School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Epiphany School?

Epiphany School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Epiphany School?

The student-teacher ratio at Epiphany School is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Epiphany School rank in MA?

Epiphany School ranks #29 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Epiphany School's MySchoolScout rating?

Epiphany School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Epiphany School a private school?

Yes, Epiphany School is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Epiphany School a religious school?

Epiphany School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
74 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
81
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
10.5 hours
Days Per Year
190 days
Setting
Large City
County
Suffolk County

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