Below Average
#363 of 388 private schools in MA
Holy Name Parish School
Elementary School
535 W ROXBURY PKWY, West Roxbury, MA 02132
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
246
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#363 of 388
In West Roxbury
#3 of 3
public schools
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Holy Name Parish School
Elementary School in West Roxbury · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Holy Name Parish School
Holy Name Parish School is a private elementary school in West Roxbury, MA. Holy Name Parish School serves approximately 246 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Name Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #363 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Holy Name Parish 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 Holy Name Parish School compares to the 4 public schools in West Roxbury, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in West Roxbury
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Holy Name Parish School (this school) | 4.5 |
| Lyndon K-8 School | 8.1 |
| Kilmer K-8 School | 6.8 |
| Beethoven Elementary School | 4.1 |
| Ohrenberger School | 6.2 |
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
535 W ROXBURY PKWY, West Roxbury, MA 02132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holy Name Parish School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manning Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Jamaica Plain), which scores notably higher. Another option is Philbrick Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mozart Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Roslindale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Roxbury, see our West Roxbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mozart Elementary School Roslindale | 0.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Lyndon K-8 School West Roxbury | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL West Roxbury | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham Chestnut Hill | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Bates Elementary School Roslindale | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Edith C Baker Chestnut Hill | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| APPLE ORCHARD SCHOOL Brookline | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| CATHOLIC MEMORIAL West Roxbury | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Sumner Elementary School Roslindale | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Kilmer K-8 School West Roxbury | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Manning Elementary School Jamaica Plain | 1.5 mi | 9.6 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| PALLOTTA DAY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 1.5 mi | — |
| BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON Boston | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Beethoven Elementary School West Roxbury | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Brooke Charter School Roslindale | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Ohrenberger School West Roxbury | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Philbrick Elementary School Roslindale | 1.6 mi | 9.5 |
| THE PARK SCHOOL Brookline | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,545
Median Home Value
$714,000
Median Rent
$2,140/mo
Population
27,069
College Educated
64.2%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
43
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holy Name Parish School
What grades does Holy Name Parish School serve?
Holy Name Parish School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Holy Name Parish School?
Holy Name Parish School has an enrollment of approximately 246 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Name Parish School?
The student-teacher ratio at Holy Name Parish School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Holy Name Parish School rank in MA?
Holy Name Parish School ranks #363 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Holy Name Parish School's MySchoolScout rating?
Holy Name Parish School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Holy Name Parish School a private school?
Yes, Holy Name Parish School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Holy Name Parish School a religious school?
Holy Name Parish School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 246
- Gender Split
- 74% M / 26% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (617) 325-9338
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