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#170 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 44% of private schools
Sparhawk School Inc
School
259 ELM ST, Amesbury, MA 01913
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
137
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#170 of 388
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Sparhawk School Inc
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About Sparhawk School Inc
Sparhawk School Inc is a private school in Amesbury, MA. Sparhawk School Inc serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sparhawk School Inc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #170 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 137 students, Sparhawk School Inc 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Sparhawk School Inc sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sparhawk School Inc 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 Sparhawk School Inc compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Amesbury, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sparhawk School Inc (this school) | 6.6 |
| Amesbury Middle | 5.5 |
| Amesbury Innovation High School | 6.5 |
| Amesbury High | 6.6 |
| Charles C Cashman Elementary | 6.6 |
| Shay Elementary | 6.4 |
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.
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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
259 ELM ST, Amesbury, MA 01913
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sparhawk School Inc may also want to explore other schools in the area. Dr John C Page School (rated 9.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rupert A Nock Middle (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Newburyport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Hampton Barnard School (rated 8.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby South Hampton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Amesbury, see our Amesbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amesbury Middle Amesbury | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury | 1.5 mi | — |
| Amesbury High Amesbury | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Shay Elementary Amesbury | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Salisbury Elementary Salisbury | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Newburyport High Newburyport | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| River Valley Charter School Newburyport | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| AMESBURY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL South Hampton | 2.9 mi | — |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport | 3.4 mi | 5.6 |
| NEWBURYPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newburyport | 3.4 mi | — |
| South Hampton Barnard School South Hampton | 3.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Dr John C Page School West Newbury | 3.9 mi | 9.0 |
| THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury | 3.9 mi | — |
| Seabrook Elementary School Seabrook | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Seabrook Middle School Seabrook | 3.8 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01913 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,599
Median Home Value
$475,400
Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Population
17,277
College Educated
42.5%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
44.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sparhawk School Inc
What grades does Sparhawk School Inc serve?
Sparhawk School Inc serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sparhawk School Inc?
Sparhawk School Inc has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sparhawk School Inc?
The student-teacher ratio at Sparhawk School Inc is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sparhawk School Inc rank in MA?
Sparhawk School Inc ranks #170 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Sparhawk School Inc's MySchoolScout rating?
Sparhawk School Inc 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 Sparhawk School Inc a private school?
Yes, Sparhawk School Inc 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 Sparhawk School Inc a religious school?
No, Sparhawk School Inc is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 137
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (978) 517-7020
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