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#151 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 39% of private schools
South Lancaster Academy
School
198 GEORGE HILL RD, South Lancaster, MA 01561
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#151 of 388
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About South Lancaster Academy
South Lancaster Academy is a private school in South Lancaster, MA. South Lancaster Academy serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. South Lancaster Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #151 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
South Lancaster 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.
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
198 GEORGE HILL RD, South Lancaster, MA 01561
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Lancaster Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. DOCTOR FRANKLIN PERKINS SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lancaster), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Harvard), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Lancaster, see our South Lancaster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRIVIUM SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| NASHOBA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.0 mi | — |
| DOCTOR FRANKLIN PERKINS SCHOOL Lancaster | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Mary Rowlandson Elementary Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Luther Burbank Middle School Lancaster | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| RFK DON WATSON ACADEMY Lancaster | 1.3 mi | — |
| Clinton Elementary Clinton | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Clinton Middle School Clinton | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Clinton Senior High Clinton | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Nashoba Regional Bolton | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Harvard | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Tahanto Regional High Boylston | 5.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Florence Sawyer School Bolton | 4.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Berlin Memorial School Berlin | 5.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Frances Drake School Leominster | 5.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Samoset School Leominster | 5.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Lincoln School Leominster | 5.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Fall Brook Leominster | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Houghton Elementary Sterling | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ST ANNA SCHOOL Leominster | 5.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01561 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PIONEER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield, MA | 6.8 |
| BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly, MA | 6.7 |
| APPLEWILD SCHOOL Fitchburg, MA | 7.0 |
| THE FENN SCHOOL Concord, MA | 7.0 |
| HILLCREST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Lenox, MA | 6.5 |
| LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOL, INC North Chelmsford, MA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Lancaster Academy
What grades does South Lancaster Academy serve?
South Lancaster Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend South Lancaster Academy?
South Lancaster Academy has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Lancaster Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at South Lancaster Academy is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does South Lancaster Academy rank in MA?
South Lancaster Academy ranks #151 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is South Lancaster Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
South Lancaster Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is South Lancaster Academy a private school?
Yes, South Lancaster Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist 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 Lancaster Academy a religious school?
South Lancaster Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Phone
- (978) 368-8544
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