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St Bernadette Elementary School

Elementary School

266 MAIN ST, Northborough, MA 01532

Private

Enrollment

343

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#234 of 388

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St Bernadette Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Northborough · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Bernadette Elementary School

St Bernadette Elementary School is a private elementary school in Northborough, MA. St Bernadette Elementary School serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bernadette Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #234 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.4 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St Bernadette Elementary 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

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How St Bernadette Elementary School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Northborough, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
343
This School
vs
327
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
6.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 78.4% vs 0%
Asian 13.4% vs 0%
Black 3.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.9% vs 0%
St Bernadette Elementary School Northborough Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Bernadette Elementary School (this school) 5.9
Marguerite E Peaslee 5.7
Marion E Zeh 7.1
Lincoln Street 5.7
Robert E. Melican Middle School 7.1
Fannie E Proctor 7.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 36%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Enrollment 343
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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)

White 78.4%
Asian 13.4%
Black 3.2%
Hispanic 2.9%
Two or More 1.5%
Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

266 MAIN ST, Northborough, MA 01532

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Bernadette Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Berlin Memorial School (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Berlin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Annie E Fales (rated 8.2/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Westborough), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elsie A Hastings Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Westborough), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Northborough, see our Northborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
THE FITZGERALD INSTITUTE Northborough 0.2 mi
Algonquin Regional High Northborough 0.4 mi 9.0
Marguerite E Peaslee Northborough 0.5 mi 5.7
Marion E Zeh Northborough 1.4 mi 7.1
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough 1.9 mi 8.0
Lincoln Street Northborough 2.0 mi 5.7
Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough 2.0 mi 7.1
Fannie E Proctor Northborough 2.3 mi 7.4
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 2.2 mi 7.1
Richer Marlborough 2.3 mi 2.4
Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough 3.4 mi 7.8
Berlin Memorial School Berlin 3.6 mi 8.7
EBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westborough 3.7 mi
J Harding Armstrong Westborough 3.9 mi 6.5
Sarah W Gibbons Middle Westborough 3.9 mi 7.9
Westborough High Westborough 4.4 mi 8.3
Hudson High Hudson 4.2 mi 5.7
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough 4.0 mi 6.6
THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough 3.8 mi
Annie E Fales Westborough 5.3 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01532 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$174,358

Median Home Value

$598,500

Median Rent

$2,087/mo

Population

15,694

College Educated

67.4%

Homeownership

85.4%

Avg Commute

31.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

44.7

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Alice B Beal Elementary Springfield, MA 5.9
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Clara Barton Oxford, MA 5.9
Dennett Elementary Plympton, MA 5.9
Essex Elementary Essex, MA 5.9
Hedge Plymouth, MA 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Bernadette Elementary School

What grades does St Bernadette Elementary School serve?

St Bernadette Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Bernadette Elementary School?

St Bernadette Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bernadette Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Bernadette Elementary School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Bernadette Elementary School rank in MA?

St Bernadette Elementary School ranks #234 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is St Bernadette Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Bernadette Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Bernadette Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Bernadette Elementary 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 Bernadette Elementary School a religious school?

St Bernadette Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
343
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County

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