Needs Improvement
#384 of 388 private schools in MA
St Brendan School
Elementary School
29 RITA RD, Dorchester, MA 02124
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
169
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#384 of 388
In Dorchester
#6 of 6
public schools
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St Brendan School
Elementary School in Dorchester · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Brendan School
St Brendan School is a private elementary school in Dorchester, MA. St Brendan School serves approximately 169 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Brendan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #384 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 169 students, St Brendan School 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.
St Brendan 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 Brendan School compares to 24 public schools serving similar grades in Dorchester, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Brendan School (this school) | 3.9 |
| Kenny Elementary School | 5.3 |
| Neighborhood House Charter School | 5.3 |
| Murphy K-8 School | 6.9 |
| Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper | 3.9 |
| Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower | 9.4 |
| Lee Academy | 6.7 |
| Codman Academy Charter Public School | 6.1 |
| TechBoston Academy | 4.5 |
| Holmes Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Lee K-8 School | 4.5 |
| Greenwood Sarah K-8 School | 6.4 |
| Shaw Elementary School | 3.2 |
| Mather Elementary School | 7.3 |
| UP Academy Holland | 3.4 |
| Conservatory Lab Charter School | 7.9 |
| Everett Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Frederick Pilot Middle School | 5.3 |
| King Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Dever Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Russell Elementary School | 4.2 |
Showing 20 of 24 schools. View all schools in Dorchester
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
29 RITA RD, Dorchester, MA 02124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Brendan School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower (rated 9.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPIPHANY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Dorchester Center), which scores notably higher. Additionally, QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Quincy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dorchester, see our Dorchester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kenny Elementary School Dorchester | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Neighborhood House Charter School Dorchester | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Murphy K-8 School Dorchester | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Lower Dorchester | 1.0 mi | 9.4 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC ACADEMY Dorchester Center | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOHN PAUL LOWER MILLS Dorchester | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Henderson K-12 Inclusion School Upper Dorchester | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| EPIPHANY SCHOOL Dorchester Center | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Helen Y. Davis Leadership Academy Charter Public School Boston | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Community Academy of Science and Health Dorchester | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Codman Academy Charter Public School Dorchester | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Montclair Quincy | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Lee Academy Dorchester | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| FONTBONNE ACADEMY Milton | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| ST AGATHA SCHOOL Milton | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| North Quincy High Quincy | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| TechBoston Academy Dorchester | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Quincy | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Taylor Elementary School Mattapan | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester Boston | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,168
Median Home Value
$607,200
Median Rent
$1,783/mo
Population
55,897
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
36.9
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|---|---|
| Burncoat Street Worcester, MA | 3.9 |
| Linscott-Rumford Woburn, MA | 3.9 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mansfield, MA | 3.9 |
| Swift River New Salem, MA | 3.9 |
| Lincoln-Thomson Lynn, MA | 4.0 |
| Oakham Center Oakham, MA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Brendan School
What grades does St Brendan School serve?
St Brendan School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend St Brendan School?
St Brendan School has an enrollment of approximately 169 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Brendan School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Brendan School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Brendan School rank in MA?
St Brendan School ranks #384 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Brendan School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Brendan School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Brendan School a private school?
Yes, St Brendan 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 Brendan School a religious school?
St Brendan School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 169
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (617) 282-3388
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