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Rfk Don Watson Academy
School
120 OLD COMMON RD, Lancaster, MA 01523
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
2.8:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
2.8:1
Grades
4th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Rfk Don Watson Academy
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About Rfk Don Watson Academy
Rfk Don Watson Academy is a private school in Lancaster, MA. Rfk Don Watson Academy serves approximately 17 students, and covers grades 4th-12th, and has a 2.8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 17 students, Rfk Don Watson Academy 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 2.8:1 students to teachers, Rfk Don Watson Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rfk Don Watson Academy 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 Rfk Don Watson Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Lancaster, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Lancaster
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rfk Don Watson Academy (this school) | — |
| Luther Burbank Middle School | 5.8 |
| Mary Rowlandson Elementary | 7.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.8:1
- Address
- 120 OLD COMMON RD, Lancaster, MA 01523
- Phone
- (978) 365-2511
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
120 OLD COMMON RD, Lancaster, MA 01523
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rfk Don Watson Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. DOCTOR FRANKLIN PERKINS SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away). Another option is SOUTH LANCASTER ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby South Lancaster). Additionally, IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Harvard). For more schools in Lancaster, see our Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NASHOBA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.0 mi | — |
| DOCTOR FRANKLIN PERKINS SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| SOUTH LANCASTER ACADEMY South Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Luther Burbank Middle School Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Mary Rowlandson Elementary Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Nashoba Regional Bolton | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| TRIVIUM SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Clinton Elementary Clinton | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Clinton Middle School Clinton | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Florence Sawyer School Bolton | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Clinton Senior High Clinton | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Harvard | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Berlin Memorial School Berlin | 4.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Tahanto Regional High Boylston | 5.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Bromfield Harvard | 5.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Lura A. White Elementary School Shirley | 6.7 mi | 7.4 |
| C A Farley Hudson | 5.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Hildreth Elementary School Harvard | 5.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Hudson High Hudson | 6.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School Shirley | 7.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01523 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,444
Median Home Value
$467,400
Median Rent
$1,985/mo
Population
8,470
College Educated
51.5%
Homeownership
82.9%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
42.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rfk Don Watson Academy
What grades does Rfk Don Watson Academy serve?
Rfk Don Watson Academy serves students in grades 4th through 12th.
How many students attend Rfk Don Watson Academy?
Rfk Don Watson Academy has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rfk Don Watson Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Rfk Don Watson Academy is 2.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Rfk Don Watson Academy a private school?
Yes, Rfk Don Watson Academy 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 Rfk Don Watson Academy a religious school?
No, Rfk Don Watson Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 4th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 216 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (978) 365-2511
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