Very Good
#103 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 26% of private schools
Mt Alvernia High School
High School
790 CENTRE ST, Newton, MA 02458
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.1
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#103 of 388
In Newton
#3 of 8
public schools
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About Mt Alvernia High School
Mt Alvernia High School is a private high school in Newton, MA. Mt Alvernia High School serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Alvernia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Mt Alvernia High 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, Mt Alvernia High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mt Alvernia High 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 Mt Alvernia High School compares to the 3 public schools in Newton, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Newton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mt Alvernia High School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Bigelow Middle | 9.1 |
| Lincoln-Eliot | 8.8 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program | 5.9 |
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
790 CENTRE ST, Newton, MA 02458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt Alvernia High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Newton North High (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Newtonville), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Watertown High (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Watertown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Newton, see our Newton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEWTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Newton | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| John Ward Newton Centre | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Bigelow Middle Newton | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Underwood Newton Corner | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| CLEARWAY SCHOOL Newton | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Mason-Rice Newton Centre | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY Chestnut Hill | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| WELLAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newton | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Newton North High Newtonville | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Watertown | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| B C CAMPUS SCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.2 mi | — |
| Bowen Newton Centre | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Watertown High Watertown | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| THE CHESTNUT HILLSCHOOL Chestnut Hill | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Lyon K-8 School Brighton | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,782
Median Home Value
$1,116,600
Median Rent
$2,313/mo
Population
13,308
College Educated
76.1%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CARDINAL CUSHING CENTERS Hanover, MA | 6.9 |
| WARING SCHOOL Beverly, MA | 6.8 |
| LEARNING PREP SCHOOL West Newton, MA | 7.4 |
| Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence Lawrence, MA | 6.5 |
| CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL Waltham, MA | 7.8 |
| Gardner Academy for Learning and Technology Gardner, MA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt Alvernia High School
What grades does Mt Alvernia High School serve?
Mt Alvernia High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Mt Alvernia High School?
Mt Alvernia High School has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Alvernia High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt Alvernia High School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mt Alvernia High School rank in MA?
Mt Alvernia High School ranks #103 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Mt Alvernia High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt Alvernia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mt Alvernia High School a private school?
Yes, Mt Alvernia High School is a private all-girls 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 Mt Alvernia High School a religious school?
Mt Alvernia High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 134
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 969-2260
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