Average
#180 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 46% of private schools
New Covenant School
Elementary School
9 WESTMINSTER AVE, Arlington, MA 02474
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#180 of 388
In Arlington
#3 of 5
public schools
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New Covenant School
Elementary School in Arlington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New Covenant School
New Covenant School is a private elementary school in Arlington, MA. New Covenant School serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. New Covenant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 55 students, New Covenant 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 7.3:1 students to teachers, New Covenant School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New Covenant 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 New Covenant School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Arlington, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New Covenant School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Peirce | 9.3 |
| Cyrus E Dallin | 9.0 |
| M Norcross Stratton | 8.5 |
| Brackett | 8.2 |
| John A Bishop | 9.2 |
| Menotomy Preschool | 6.3 |
| Hardy | 8.9 |
| Thompson | 8.0 |
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
9 WESTMINSTER AVE, Arlington, MA 02474
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Covenant School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peirce (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John A Bishop (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cyrus E Dallin (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Peirce Arlington | 0.2 mi | 9.3 |
| CNS/PATHWAYS ACADEMY Arlington | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Ottoson Middle Arlington | 0.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Cyrus E Dallin Arlington | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| LEXINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lexington | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| M Norcross Stratton Arlington | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Brackett Arlington | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| BELMONT HILL SCHOOL Belmont | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Arlington High Arlington | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Vinson-Owen Elementary Winchester | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Harrington Lexington | 1.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Menotomy Preschool Arlington | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| John A Bishop Arlington | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Winn Brook Belmont | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Ambrose Elementary Winchester | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| ARLINGTON SCHOOL Belmont | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ARLINGTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Arlington | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| LEXINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lexington | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ST AGNES SCHOOL Arlington | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02474 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$139,199
Median Home Value
$887,000
Median Rent
$2,157/mo
Population
28,283
College Educated
73.8%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HELLENIC AMERICAN ACADEMY Lowell, MA | 6.5 |
| LANDER GRINSPOON ACADEMY - SOLOMON SCHECHTER Northampton, MA | 6.4 |
| THE COMMON SCHOOL Amherst, MA | 6.4 |
| Springfield Public Day Elementary School Springfield, MA | 6.3 |
| TOUCHSTONE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Grafton, MA | 6.2 |
| VINEYARD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Vineyard Haven, MA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Covenant School
What grades does New Covenant School serve?
New Covenant School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend New Covenant School?
New Covenant School has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Covenant School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Covenant School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New Covenant School rank in MA?
New Covenant School ranks #180 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is New Covenant School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Covenant School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New Covenant School a private school?
Yes, New Covenant 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 New Covenant School a religious school?
New Covenant School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 55
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 644-3551
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