Average
#223 of 388 private schools in MA
North Shore Christian
Elementary School
26 URBAN ST, Lynn, MA 01904
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
90
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#223 of 388
In Lynn
#2 of 3
public schools
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North Shore Christian
Elementary School in Lynn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About North Shore Christian
North Shore Christian is a private elementary school in Lynn, MA. North Shore Christian serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. North Shore Christian has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #223 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 90 students, North Shore Christian 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 8:1 students to teachers, North Shore Christian sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
North Shore Christian 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 North Shore Christian compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Lynn, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Shore Christian (this school) | 6.0 |
| Edward A Sisson | 3.4 |
| Pickering Middle | 4.4 |
| Hood | 3.0 |
| Lynn Woods | 5.0 |
| Aborn | 7.1 |
| Robert L Ford | 4.0 |
| Sewell-Anderson | 5.0 |
| KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School | 5.7 |
| Ingalls | 3.4 |
| Tracy | 4.6 |
| Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center | 7.8 |
| William R Fallon | — |
| Cobbet Elementary | 3.3 |
| Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School | 5.7 |
| Thurgood Marshall Mid | 3.8 |
| E J Harrington | 3.1 |
| Washington Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Lincoln-Thomson | 4.0 |
| Capt William G Shoemaker | 4.3 |
| Brickett Elementary | 2.9 |
Showing 20 of 25 schools. View all schools in Lynn
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
26 URBAN ST, Lynn, MA 01904
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Shore Christian may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Memorial (rated 7.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Peabody), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aborn (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Captain Samuel Brown (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Peabody), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lynn, see our Lynn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edward A Sisson Lynn | 0.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Pickering Middle Lynn | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| ST PIUS V SCHOOL Lynn | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Lynn English High Lynn | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Hood Lynn | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Robert L Ford Lynn | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Captain Samuel Brown Peabody | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Lynn Woods Lynn | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Sewell-Anderson Lynn | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School Lynn | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Aborn Lynn | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Tracy Lynn | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Cobbet Elementary Lynn | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Ingalls Lynn | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Fecteau-Leary Junior/Senior High School Lynn | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| William R Fallon Lynn | 1.6 mi | — |
| Washington Elementary School Lynn | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| South Memorial Peabody | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| E J Harrington Lynn | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| JOI CHILD CARE CENTER Lynn | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01904 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,597
Median Home Value
$515,100
Median Rent
$1,742/mo
Population
20,103
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
40.9
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| BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury, MA | 6.0 |
| Becket Washington School Becket, MA | 6.1 |
| NEW ENGLAND INNOVATION ACADEMY Lexington, MA | 6.1 |
| STRIAR HEBREW ACADEMY OF SHARON Sharon, MA | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Shore Christian
What grades does North Shore Christian serve?
North Shore Christian serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend North Shore Christian?
North Shore Christian has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Shore Christian?
The student-teacher ratio at North Shore Christian is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does North Shore Christian rank in MA?
North Shore Christian ranks #223 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is North Shore Christian's MySchoolScout rating?
North Shore Christian has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is North Shore Christian a private school?
Yes, North Shore Christian 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 North Shore Christian a religious school?
North Shore Christian has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 90
- Gender Split
- 66% M / 34% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (781) 599-2040
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