Average
#315 of 388 private schools in MA
Greater Boston Academy
Elementary School
108 POND ST, Stoneham, MA 02180
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
136
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#315 of 388
In Stoneham
#1 of 2
public schools
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Greater Boston Academy
Elementary School in Stoneham · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Greater Boston Academy
Greater Boston Academy is a private elementary school in Stoneham, MA. Greater Boston Academy serves approximately 136 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Greater Boston Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #315 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 136 students, Greater Boston Academy 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.
Greater Boston Academy runs 21.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Greater Boston 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 Greater Boston Academy compares to the 5 public schools in Stoneham, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Stoneham
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Greater Boston Academy (this school) | 5.2 |
| South | 8.8 |
| Stoneham High | 7.4 |
| Colonial Park | 7.1 |
| Stoneham Central Middle School | 5.5 |
| Robin Hood | 5.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
108 POND ST, Stoneham, MA 02180
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greater Boston Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Colonial Park (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stoneham, see our Stoneham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Stoneham | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Stoneham High Stoneham | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Colonial Park Stoneham | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stoneham | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Stoneham Central Middle School Stoneham | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Roosevelt Melrose | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Robin Hood Stoneham | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield | 1.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Lincoln Melrose | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Melrose Middle Melrose | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Melrose High Melrose | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Melrose | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Goodyear Elementary School Woburn | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Greenwood Wakefield | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Muraco Elementary Winchester | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ACERA SCHOOL Winchester | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| THE WILDER SCHOOL Winchester | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,635
Median Home Value
$629,000
Median Rent
$1,878/mo
Population
22,986
College Educated
54%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
42.2
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|---|---|
| BERKSHIRE WALDORF SCHOOL Great Barrington, MA | 5.2 |
| Hardwick Elementary Gilbertville, MA | 5.2 |
| Newton School Greenfield, MA | 5.2 |
| Higginson Inclusion K-2 School Roxbury, MA | 5.3 |
| ST STANISLAUS SCHOOL Fall River, MA | 5.3 |
| BIRCHES SCHOOL Lincoln, MA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greater Boston Academy
What grades does Greater Boston Academy serve?
Greater Boston Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Greater Boston Academy?
Greater Boston Academy has an enrollment of approximately 136 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greater Boston Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Greater Boston Academy is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Greater Boston Academy rank in MA?
Greater Boston Academy ranks #315 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Greater Boston Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Greater Boston Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Greater Boston Academy a private school?
Yes, Greater Boston Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Greater Boston Academy a religious school?
Greater Boston Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 136
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 438-4253
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