Excellent
#1 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 1% of private schools
Groton School
High School
282 FARMERS ROW, Groton, MA 01450
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
9.2
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#1 of 388
In Groton
#1 of 3
public schools
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About Groton School
Groton School is a private high school in Groton, MA. Groton School serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Groton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 388 private schools in MA.
What's said publicly about Groton School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 4:1 students to teachers, Groton School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Groton 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.
Groton School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Groton School compares to the 4 public schools in Groton, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Groton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Groton School (this school) | 9.2 |
| Boutwell School | 4.2 |
| Florence Roche School | 6.8 |
| Groton Dunstable Regional Middle | 7.7 |
| Groton Dunstable Regional | 7.6 |
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
282 FARMERS ROW, Groton, MA 01450
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Groton School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bromfield (rated 8.3/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Harvard), with a comparable rating. Another option is Groton Dunstable Regional (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, LAWRENCE ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Groton, see our Groton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SEVEN HILLS AT GROTON Groton | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| LAWRENCE ACADEMY Groton | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Florence Roche School Groton | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Boutwell School Groton | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Groton Dunstable Regional Middle Groton | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| GROTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL Groton | 1.2 mi | — |
| Page Hilltop Elementary School Ayer | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Ayer Shirley Regional High School Ayer | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School Devens | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| PEPPERELL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pepperell | 4.5 mi | — |
| Groton Dunstable Regional Groton | 4.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School Shirley | 4.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Varnum Brook Pepperell | 5.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Nissitissit Middle School Pepperell | 5.5 mi | 4.3 |
| MAPLE DENE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pepperell | 6.0 mi | — |
| Lura A. White Elementary School Shirley | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Littleton High School Littleton | 5.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Bromfield Harvard | 6.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Hildreth Elementary School Harvard | 6.7 mi | 7.7 |
| North Middlesex Regional Townsend | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01450 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$189,355
Median Home Value
$673,500
Median Rent
$1,521/mo
Population
11,228
College Educated
65.8%
Homeownership
89.6%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Manchester Essex Regional High School Manchester, MA | 9.0 |
| Millis High School Millis, MA | 8.9 |
| Cohasset High School Cohasset, MA | 9.5 |
| Ipswich High Ipswich, MA | 8.8 |
| Hamilton-Wenham Regional High South Hamilton, MA | 8.7 |
| Bromfield Harvard, MA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Groton School
What grades does Groton School serve?
Groton School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Groton School?
Groton School has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Groton School?
The student-teacher ratio at Groton School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Groton School rank in MA?
Groton School ranks #1 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Groton School's MySchoolScout rating?
Groton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Groton School a private school?
Yes, Groton 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 Groton School a religious school?
Groton School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 95
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 240 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (978) 448-7510
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