Average
#292 of 388 private schools in MA
Gifford School
High School
177 BOSTON POST RD, Weston, MA 02493
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#292 of 388
In Weston
#4 of 4
public schools
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Gifford School
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About Gifford School
Gifford School is a private high school in Weston, MA. Gifford School serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Gifford School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #292 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, Gifford 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Gifford School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Gifford 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 Gifford School compares to the 5 public schools in Weston, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Weston
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Gifford School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Country | 9.9 |
| Field Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Woodland | 9.2 |
| Weston Middle | 8.3 |
| Weston High | 9.4 |
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
177 BOSTON POST RD, Weston, MA 02493
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gifford School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Weston High (rated 9.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Waltham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEARNING PREP SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby West Newton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Weston, see our Weston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Country Weston | 1.0 mi | 9.9 |
| Field Elementary School Weston | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Woodland Weston | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| William F. Stanley Elementary School Waltham | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Weston Middle Weston | 2.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Waltham | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Williams Auburndale | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Weston High Weston | 2.4 mi | 9.4 |
| C C Burr Auburndale | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program Waltham | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| THE TREMONT SCHOOL Weston | 2.7 mi | — |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham | 2.9 mi | 7.9 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Wellesley | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School Waltham | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL Waltham | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| LEARNING PREP SCHOOL West Newton | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02493 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,586,100
Median Rent
$2,168/mo
Population
11,443
College Educated
84.4%
Homeownership
90.4%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chelsea Opportunity Academy Chelsea, MA | 5.5 |
| FUSION ACADEMY NEWTON Newton, MA | 5.3 |
| Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School Lynn, MA | 5.7 |
| NEW ENGLAND ACADEMY Beverly, MA | 5.7 |
| Trinity Day Academy New Bedford, MA | 5.7 |
| ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL - SECONDARY Westfield, MA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gifford School
What grades does Gifford School serve?
Gifford School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Gifford School?
Gifford School has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gifford School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gifford School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Gifford School rank in MA?
Gifford School ranks #292 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Gifford School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gifford School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Gifford School a private school?
Yes, Gifford 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 Gifford School a religious school?
No, Gifford School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 899-9500
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