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#166 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 43% of private schools

Rcs Learning Center

High School

6 STRATHMORE RD, Natick, MA 01760

Private

Enrollment

39

Student-Teacher

5.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#166 of 388

In Natick

#4 of 4

public schools

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Rcs Learning Center

6.6/10

High School in Natick · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.0/10

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8.9/10

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About Rcs Learning Center

Rcs Learning Center is a private high school in Natick, MA. Rcs Learning Center serves approximately 39 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rcs Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #166 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 39 students, Rcs Learning Center 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 5.6:1 students to teachers, Rcs Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Rcs Learning Center 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 Rcs Learning Center compares to the 8 public schools in Natick, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
39
This School
vs
663
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
8.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 76.9% vs 0%
Asian 12.8% vs 0%
Black 7.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.6% vs 0%
Rcs Learning Center Natick Public Avg

All Schools in Natick

School Rating
Rcs Learning Center (this school) 6.6
Brown 9.0
J F Kennedy Middle School 8.9
Wilson Middle 8.9
Bennett-Hemenway 8.8
Natick High 8.1
Johnson 9.4
Lilja Elementary 6.6
Memorial 7.4

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)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,326
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 39%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Enrollment 39
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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 76.9%
Asian 12.8%
Black 7.7%
Hispanic 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6 STRATHMORE RD, Natick, MA 01760

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rcs Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Natick High (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS (rated 7.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Framingham High School (rated 4.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Framingham), a more accessible option. For more schools in Natick, see our Natick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Brown Natick 0.2 mi 9.0
J F Kennedy Middle School Natick 0.4 mi 8.9
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 0.9 mi 4.8
Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham 1.7 mi 3.7
Framingham High School Framingham 1.8 mi 4.6
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 1.5 mi 3.5
Juniper Hill School Framingham 1.7 mi 5.1
Fuller Middle Framingham 1.5 mi 4.9
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 1.5 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick 1.7 mi
Wilson Middle Natick 1.6 mi 8.9
Bennett-Hemenway Natick 1.7 mi 8.8
Natick High Natick 1.9 mi 8.1
Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham 2.2 mi 4.0
Wayland Middle School Wayland 2.4 mi 9.3
Cameron Middle School Framingham 2.7 mi 4.0
Johnson Natick 2.2 mi 9.4
THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham 2.6 mi 5.5
THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham 2.2 mi 8.8
WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Natick 2.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,644

Median Home Value

$740,700

Median Rent

$2,061/mo

Population

36,520

College Educated

69.5%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rcs Learning Center

What grades does Rcs Learning Center serve?

Rcs Learning Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Rcs Learning Center?

Rcs Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 39 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rcs Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Rcs Learning Center is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Rcs Learning Center rank in MA?

Rcs Learning Center ranks #166 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Rcs Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Rcs Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Rcs Learning Center a private school?

Yes, Rcs Learning Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Rcs Learning Center a religious school?

No, Rcs Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
39
Gender Split
82% M / 18% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
221 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County

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