Very Good
#32 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 8% of private schools
Melmark New England
School
461 RIVER RD, Andover, MA 01810
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
UG – UG
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#32 of 388
In Andover
#1 of 5
public schools
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Melmark New England
School in Andover · grades UG – UG. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
L F Dewing
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About Melmark New England
Melmark New England is a private school in Andover, MA. Melmark New England serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Melmark New England has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, Melmark New England 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 6:1 students to teachers, Melmark New England sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Melmark New England 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 Melmark New England compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Andover, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Melmark New England (this school) | 7.9 |
| Wood Hill Middle School | 9.2 |
| High Plain Elementary | 7.6 |
| Gr Lawrence Regional Vocational Technical | 8.5 |
| Henry C Sanborn Elementary | 9.5 |
| West Elementary | 7.3 |
| Andover High | 8.5 |
| Andover West Middle | 9.2 |
| Shawsheen School | 6.5 |
| South Elementary | 9.0 |
| Doherty Middle | 9.4 |
| Bancroft Elementary | 9.3 |
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
461 RIVER RD, Andover, MA 01810
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melmark New England may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wood Hill Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tewksbury Memorial High (rated 8.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Tewksbury), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Peter W Reilly (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Lowell), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Andover, see our Andover schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| L F Dewing Tewksbury | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Joseph A Campbell Elementary Dracut | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Peter W Reilly Lowell | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| James Sullivan Middle School Lowell | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Wood Hill Middle School Andover | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| High Plain Elementary Andover | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| John F. Ryan Tewksbury | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Pyne Arts Lowell | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Moody Elementary Lowell | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Lowell | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| S Christa McAuliffe Elementary Lowell | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Lowell | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Tewksbury Memorial High Tewksbury | 3.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Greenhalge Lowell | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Greenmont Avenue Dracut | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Lowell Middlesex Academy Charter School Lowell | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Lowell High Lowell | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$167,591
Median Home Value
$813,800
Median Rent
$2,046/mo
Population
35,608
College Educated
75.2%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
43.5
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|---|---|
| EVERGREEN CENTER Milford, MA | 7.9 |
| BOSTON HIGASHI SCHOOL Randolph, MA | 8.0 |
| HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough, MA | 8.0 |
| DOCTOR FRANKLIN PERKINS SCHOOL Lancaster, MA | 8.1 |
| CENTER SCHOOL Holyoke, MA | 8.2 |
| HOPEFUL JOURNEYS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Beverly, MA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melmark New England
What grades does Melmark New England serve?
Melmark New England serves students in grades UG through UG.
How many students attend Melmark New England?
Melmark New England has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melmark New England?
The student-teacher ratio at Melmark New England is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Melmark New England rank in MA?
Melmark New England ranks #32 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Melmark New England's MySchoolScout rating?
Melmark New England has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Melmark New England a private school?
Yes, Melmark New England 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 Melmark New England a religious school?
No, Melmark New England is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- UG – UG
- Enrollment
- 138
- Gender Split
- 84% M / 16% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 237 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (978) 654-4300
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