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#172 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 44% of private schools
South Boston Catholic Academy
Elementary School
866 E BROADWAY, South Boston, MA 02127
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#172 of 388
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South Boston Catholic Academy
Elementary School in South Boston · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Boston Catholic Academy
South Boston Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in South Boston, MA. South Boston Catholic Academy serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South Boston Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #172 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, South Boston Catholic Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
South Boston Catholic 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 South Boston Catholic Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in South Boston, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Boston Catholic Academy (this school) | 6.5 |
| Perry Elementary School | 9.7 |
| Tynan Elementary School | 6.0 |
| UP Academy Charter School of Boston | 3.4 |
| Perkins Elementary School | 4.4 |
| Condon K-8 School | 3.5 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
866 E BROADWAY, South Boston, MA 02127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Boston Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East Boston Early Education Center (rated 9.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby East Boston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Perry Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Adams Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby East Boston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Boston, see our South Boston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,373
Median Home Value
$858,600
Median Rent
$2,435/mo
Population
36,646
College Educated
68.7%
Homeownership
44.8%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
32.5
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| Brookfield Elementary Brookfield, MA | 6.5 |
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| Green Meadow Maynard, MA | 6.5 |
| J Harding Armstrong Westborough, MA | 6.5 |
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| Joseph F DiPietro Elementary School Bellingham, MA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Boston Catholic Academy
What grades does South Boston Catholic Academy serve?
South Boston Catholic Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend South Boston Catholic Academy?
South Boston Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Boston Catholic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at South Boston Catholic Academy is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does South Boston Catholic Academy rank in MA?
South Boston Catholic Academy ranks #172 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is South Boston Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
South Boston Catholic Academy 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 South Boston Catholic Academy a private school?
Yes, South Boston Catholic 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 South Boston Catholic Academy a religious school?
South Boston Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 460
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 187 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (617) 268-2326
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