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#159 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 41% of private schools

Mount Hope Christian School

Elementary School

3 MCGINNIS DR, Burlington, MA 01803

Private

Enrollment

138

Student-Teacher

6.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

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Mount Hope Christian School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Burlington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mount Hope Christian School

Mount Hope Christian School is a private elementary school in Burlington, MA. Mount Hope Christian School serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Hope Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.4 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 138 students, Mount Hope Christian 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Mount Hope Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Mount Hope Christian 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

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How Mount Hope Christian School compares to the 6 public schools in Burlington, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
This School
vs
10.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
138
This School
vs
588
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
7.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 48.6% vs 0%
Asian 18.1% vs 0%
Black 13% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.7% vs 0%
Mount Hope Christian School Burlington Public Avg

All Schools in Burlington

School Rating
Mount Hope Christian School (this school) 6.7
Burlington High 8.0
Memorial 7.6
Marshall Simonds Middle 8.7
Francis Wyman Elementary 7.6
Pine Glen Elementary 6.8
Fox Hill 6.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 990
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 69%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 138
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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)

White 48.6%
Asian 18.1%
Black 13.0%
Two or More 10.9%
Hispanic 8.7%
Native American 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3 MCGINNIS DR, Burlington, MA 01803

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mount Hope Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Joseph Estabrook (rated 9.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Lexington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Memorial (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Francis Wyman Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington 0.2 mi
Burlington High Burlington 0.5 mi 8.0
Memorial Burlington 0.7 mi 7.6
Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington 0.8 mi 8.7
Francis Wyman Elementary Burlington 1.0 mi 7.6
Pine Glen Elementary Burlington 1.4 mi 6.8
Fox Hill Burlington 1.8 mi 6.6
FUSION ACADEMY BURLINGTON Burlington 2.1 mi
Daniel L Joyce Middle School Woburn 2.1 mi 6.5
Linscott-Rumford Woburn 1.8 mi 3.9
Mary D Altavesta Woburn 1.8 mi 2.7
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BURLINGTON Burlington 1.9 mi
Hurld-Wyman Elementary School Woburn 2.0 mi 6.4
Clyde Reeves Woburn 2.8 mi 6.6
Thomas Ditson Billerica 2.7 mi 5.7
Boutwell Wilmington 3.0 mi 6.0
West Intermediate Wilmington 3.2 mi 6.9
Wilmington Middle School Wilmington 3.2 mi 6.7
Joseph Estabrook Lexington 2.7 mi 9.6
NEW ENGLAND INNOVATION ACADEMY Lexington 3.2 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,421

Median Home Value

$679,400

Median Rent

$2,615/mo

Population

26,068

College Educated

58.2%

Homeownership

75.1%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

44.9

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ST JOHN SCHOOL Wellesley, MA 6.7
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mount Hope Christian School

What grades does Mount Hope Christian School serve?

Mount Hope Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Mount Hope Christian School?

Mount Hope Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Hope Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mount Hope Christian School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Mount Hope Christian School rank in MA?

Mount Hope Christian School ranks #159 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Mount Hope Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mount Hope Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Mount Hope Christian School a private school?

Yes, Mount Hope Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Mount Hope Christian School a religious school?

Mount Hope Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
138
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County

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