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#270 of 388 private schools in MA
St Agatha School
Elementary School
440 ADAMS ST, Milton, MA 02186
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#270 of 388
In Milton
#5 of 5
public schools
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St Agatha School
Elementary School in Milton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Agatha School
St Agatha School is a private elementary school in Milton, MA. St Agatha School serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. St Agatha School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #270 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Agatha School 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 St Agatha School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Milton, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Agatha School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Collicot | 8.8 |
| Cunningham School | 8.5 |
| Glover | 6.3 |
| Charles S Pierce Middle | 8.0 |
| Tucker | 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.
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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
440 ADAMS ST, Milton, MA 02186
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Agatha School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Collicot (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wollaston School (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Quincy), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cunningham School (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milton, see our Milton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Collicot Milton | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Cunningham School Milton | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| FONTBONNE ACADEMY Milton | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Montclair Quincy | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Wollaston School Quincy | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Charles A Bernazzani Elementary Quincy | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| North Quincy High Quincy | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Quincy | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Dorchester Center | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOHN PAUL LOWER MILLS Dorchester | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Atlantic Middle Quincy | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Kenny Elementary School Dorchester | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Francis W Parker Quincy | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Glover Milton | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ADAMS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Quincy | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| CAMPUS KINDER HAUS Quincy | 1.6 mi | — |
| Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper Dorchester | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Central Middle Quincy | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Murphy K-8 School Dorchester | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02186 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$177,222
Median Home Value
$896,500
Median Rent
$1,545/mo
Population
28,716
College Educated
70.3%
Homeownership
84.3%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charlton Elementary Charlton, MA | 5.6 |
| Donald Ross Braintree, MA | 5.6 |
| Forest Avenue Elementary Hudson, MA | 5.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport, MA | 5.6 |
| John K Tarbox Lawrence, MA | 5.6 |
| Lee Elementary Lee, MA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Agatha School
What grades does St Agatha School serve?
St Agatha School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Agatha School?
St Agatha School has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Agatha School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Agatha School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Agatha School rank in MA?
St Agatha School ranks #270 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Agatha School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Agatha School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Agatha School a private school?
Yes, St Agatha School 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 St Agatha School a religious school?
St Agatha School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (617) 696-3548
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