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#190 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 49% of private schools
St Columbkille Partnership School
Elementary School
25 ARLINGTON ST, Brighton, MA 02135
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
327
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#190 of 388
In Brighton
#3 of 4
public schools
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St Columbkille Partnership School
Elementary School in Brighton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Columbkille Partnership School
St Columbkille Partnership School is a private elementary school in Brighton, MA. St Columbkille Partnership School serves approximately 327 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Columbkille Partnership School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Columbkille Partnership 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 Columbkille Partnership School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Brighton, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Columbkille Partnership School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School | 5.1 |
| Winship Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Brighton High School | 4.5 |
| Lyon K-8 School | 4.1 |
| Edison K-8 School | 5.4 |
| Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy | 6.8 |
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
25 ARLINGTON ST, Brighton, MA 02135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Columbkille Partnership School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winship Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Michael Driscoll (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Brookline), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John D Runkle (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Brookline), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brighton, see our Brighton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER BOSTON Brighton | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Winship Elementary School Brighton | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School Brighton | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Brighton High School Brighton | 0.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Lyon High School Brighton | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brighton | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Lyon K-8 School Brighton | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Boston | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| KENNEDY DAY SCHOOL Brighton | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Edison K-8 School Brighton | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Horace Mann School for the Deaf Hard of Hearing Allston | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy Brighton | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| ST STEPHEN'S ARMENIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ATRIUM SCHOOL Watertown | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOSTON Boston | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| TORAH ACADEMY Brookline | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Gardner Pilot Academy Allston | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Michael Driscoll Brookline | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| John D Runkle Brookline | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Chestnut Hill | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,208
Median Home Value
$684,000
Median Rent
$2,179/mo
Population
43,683
College Educated
71.1%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
30.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chace Street Somerset, MA | 6.3 |
| Cushing Elementary Scituate, MA | 6.3 |
| Franklin North Andover, MA | 6.3 |
| Hatherly Elementary Scituate, MA | 6.3 |
| Heard Street Worcester, MA | 6.3 |
| Helen Hansen Elementary Stoughton, MA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Columbkille Partnership School
What grades does St Columbkille Partnership School serve?
St Columbkille Partnership School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Columbkille Partnership School?
St Columbkille Partnership School has an enrollment of approximately 327 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Columbkille Partnership School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Columbkille Partnership School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Columbkille Partnership School rank in MA?
St Columbkille Partnership School ranks #190 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Columbkille Partnership School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Columbkille Partnership School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Columbkille Partnership School a private school?
Yes, St Columbkille Partnership 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 Columbkille Partnership School a religious school?
St Columbkille Partnership School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 327
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (617) 254-3110
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