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#289 of 388 private schools in MA
St Mary's School
Elementary School
4 MYRTLE ST, Melrose, MA 02176
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
166
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#289 of 388
In Melrose
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Mary's School
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About St Mary's School
St Mary's School is a private elementary school in Melrose, MA. St Mary's School serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 166 students, St Mary's 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 Mary's 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 Mary's School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Melrose, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary's School (this school) | 5.4 |
| Lincoln | 6.1 |
| Melrose Middle | 6.1 |
| Roosevelt | 7.5 |
| Winthrop | 8.0 |
| Herbert Clark Hoover | 7.1 |
| Early Childhood Center | 5.7 |
| Horace Mann | 7.3 |
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
4 MYRTLE ST, Melrose, MA 02176
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Winthrop (rated 8.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Roosevelt (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Melrose, see our Melrose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Melrose | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Melrose Middle Melrose | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Melrose High Melrose | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Roosevelt Melrose | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Winthrop Melrose | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Herbert Clark Hoover Melrose | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Horace Mann Melrose | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Forestdale Malden | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Malden Early Learning Center Malden | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Colonial Park Stoneham | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Malden High Malden | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| CHEVERUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Malden | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Greenwood Wakefield | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Salemwood Malden | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Beebe Malden | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Stoneham High Stoneham | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Malden | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| GREATER BOSTON ACADEMY Stoneham | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02176 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,854
Median Home Value
$796,100
Median Rent
$1,933/mo
Population
29,488
College Educated
62%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
35.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
44.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lowell, MA | 5.4 |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Weymouth, MA | 5.4 |
| Northfield Elementary Northfield, MA | 5.4 |
| Riverdale Dedham, MA | 5.4 |
| ST MARY OF THE ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Danvers, MA | 5.4 |
| Lambert-Lavoie Chicopee, MA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary's School
What grades does St Mary's School serve?
St Mary's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary's School?
St Mary's School has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary's School rank in MA?
St Mary's School ranks #289 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Mary's School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary's School a private school?
Yes, St Mary's 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 Mary's School a religious school?
St Mary's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 166
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (781) 665-5037
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