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#128 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 33% of private schools
Our Ladys Academy
Elementary School · Waltham, MA
A private elementary school in Waltham, MA serving grades Pre-K – 8th.
920 TRAPELO RD, Waltham, MA 24524
- 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 67Somewhat Walkable
- Transit 24Minimal Transit
- Bike 37Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated962/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.0 | PK–5 | 0.5 mi | 500 | Compare → |
| Cotting SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.1private | K–12 | 0.9 mi | 113 | Compare → |
| Lexington Montessori SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.8private | PK–8 | 1.0 mi | 139 | Compare → |
| Douglas Macarthur Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.9 | K–5 | 1.1 mi | 475 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Our Ladys Academy is listed in Waltham, MA; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About Our Ladys Academy
Our Ladys Academy is a private elementary school in Waltham, MA, serving approximately 295 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 388 private schools in MA.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Our Ladys Academy
What grades does Our Ladys Academy serve?
Our Ladys Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Our Ladys Academy?
Our Ladys Academy has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Ladys Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Our Ladys Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Our Ladys Academy rank in MA?
Our Ladys Academy ranks #128 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Our Ladys Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Our Ladys Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Our Ladys Academy a private school?
Yes, Our Ladys Academy is a private coeducational 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 Our Ladys Academy a religious school?
Our Ladys Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 295
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (178) 189-9035
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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