Very Good
#75 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 19% of private schools
Learning Prep School
High School
1507 WASHINGTON ST, West Newton, MA 02465
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#75 of 388
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Learning Prep School
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About Learning Prep School
Learning Prep School is a private high school in West Newton, MA. Learning Prep School serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 2.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Learning Prep School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #75 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 146 students, Learning Prep 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 2.6:1 students to teachers, Learning Prep School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Learning Prep 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 Learning Prep School compares to the 2 public schools in West Newton, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in West Newton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Learning Prep School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Peirce | 8.6 |
| Franklin | 7.4 |
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
1507 WASHINGTON ST, West Newton, MA 02465
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Learning Prep School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. A E Angier (rated 9.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Waban), which scores notably higher. Another option is Williams (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Auburndale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, F A Day Middle (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Newtonville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Newton, see our West Newton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Peirce West Newton | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| C C Burr Auburndale | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Franklin West Newton | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Williams Auburndale | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| A E Angier Waban | 1.4 mi | 9.8 |
| Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program Waltham | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Zervas Waban | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| William F. Stanley Elementary School Waltham | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School Waltham | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Schofield Wellesley | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Preschool at Wellesley Schools Wellesley | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Wellesley | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02465 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$174,518
Median Home Value
$1,098,600
Median Rent
$2,251/mo
Population
11,297
College Educated
78.2%
Homeownership
68.5%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL Newton, MA | 7.1 |
| CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL Waltham, MA | 7.8 |
| CARDINAL CUSHING CENTERS Hanover, MA | 6.9 |
| STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL Greenfield, MA | 8.0 |
| WARING SCHOOL Beverly, MA | 6.8 |
| THE MACDUFFIE SCHOOL Granby, MA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Learning Prep School
What grades does Learning Prep School serve?
Learning Prep School serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Learning Prep School?
Learning Prep School has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Learning Prep School?
The student-teacher ratio at Learning Prep School is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Learning Prep School rank in MA?
Learning Prep School ranks #75 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Learning Prep School's MySchoolScout rating?
Learning Prep School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Learning Prep School a private school?
Yes, Learning Prep 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 Learning Prep School a religious school?
No, Learning Prep School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 146
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 965-0764
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