Excellent
#12 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 3% of private schools
South Shore Christian Academy
School
45 BROAD ST, Weymouth, MA 02188
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#12 of 388
In Weymouth
#1 of 2
public schools
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About South Shore Christian Academy
South Shore Christian Academy is a private school in Weymouth, MA. South Shore Christian Academy serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South Shore Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, South Shore Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
South Shore Christian 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 Shore Christian Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Weymouth, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| South Shore Christian Academy (this school) | 8.3 |
| Frederick C Murphy | 4.7 |
| Academy Avenue | 8.1 |
| William Seach | 3.6 |
| Maria Weston Chapman Middle School | 6.6 |
| Johnson Early Childhood Center | 4.0 |
| Thomas V Nash | 5.6 |
| Lawrence W Pingree | 6.8 |
| Weymouth High School | 6.0 |
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
45 BROAD ST, Weymouth, MA 02188
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Shore Christian Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Liberty (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Braintree), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hollis (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Braintree), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Academy Avenue (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Weymouth, see our Weymouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frederick C Murphy Weymouth | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Archie T Morrison Braintree | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| East Middle School Braintree | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Academy Avenue Weymouth | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Donald Ross Braintree | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weymouth | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| William Seach Weymouth | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Thomas V Nash Weymouth | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Johnson Early Childhood Center Weymouth | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Maria Weston Chapman Middle School Weymouth | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Clifford H Marshall Elementary Quincy | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Wessagusset North Weymouth | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Hollis Braintree | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| STEP AHEAD KINDERGARTEN Braintree | 2.0 mi | — |
| Weymouth High School Weymouth | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Liberty Braintree | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Lawrence W Pingree Weymouth | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Snug Harbor Community School Quincy | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| THAYER ACADEMY Braintree | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST COLETTA DAY SCHOOL Braintree | 2.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02188 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,236
Median Home Value
$542,900
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
15,396
College Educated
39.5%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
45.2
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| THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield, MA | 8.2 |
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| THE LEARNING CENTER FOR THE DEAF Framingham, MA | 8.8 |
| THE NEW ENGLAND CENTER FOR CHILDREN Southborough, MA | 7.7 |
| SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Beverly, MA | 7.6 |
| BRADFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradford, MA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Shore Christian Academy
What grades does South Shore Christian Academy serve?
South Shore Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend South Shore Christian Academy?
South Shore Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Shore Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at South Shore Christian Academy is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does South Shore Christian Academy rank in MA?
South Shore Christian Academy ranks #12 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is South Shore Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
South Shore Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is South Shore Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, South Shore Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination 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 Shore Christian Academy a religious school?
South Shore Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 248
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (781) 331-4340
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