Below Average
#353 of 388 private schools in MA
St Monica School
Elementary School
212 LAWRENCE ST, Methuen, MA 01844
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#353 of 388
In Methuen
#4 of 4
public schools
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St Monica School
Elementary School in Methuen · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Monica School
St Monica School is a private elementary school in Methuen, MA. St Monica School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Monica School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #353 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
St Monica 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 Monica School compares to the 5 public schools in Methuen, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Methuen
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Monica School (this school) | 4.7 |
| Tenney Grammar School | 4.4 |
| Donald P Timony Grammar | 4.6 |
| Methuen High | 4.7 |
| Comprehensive Grammar School | 5.3 |
| Marsh Grammar School | 6.5 |
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
212 LAWRENCE ST, Methuen, MA 01844
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Monica School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John K Tarbox (rated 5.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Lawrence), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Comprehensive Grammar School (rated 5.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Methuen, see our Methuen schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NOTRE DAME CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Methuen | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Tenney Grammar School Methuen | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| THE ISLAMIC ACADEMY FOR PEACE Methuen | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Donald P Timony Grammar Methuen | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Methuen High Methuen | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 2.4 |
| RISE Academy Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| John K Tarbox Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Lawlor Early Childhood Center Lawrence | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Comprehensive Grammar School Methuen | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Oliver Elementary School Lawrence | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Alexander B Bruce Lawrence | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Oliver Middle School Lawrence | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Lawrence Family Public Academy Lawrence | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ST ANN'S HOME Methuen | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,292
Median Home Value
$471,900
Median Rent
$1,610/mo
Population
53,015
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
72.7%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
40.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alice A Macomber Westport, MA | 4.7 |
| Clarke Swampscott, MA | 4.7 |
| Frederick C Murphy Weymouth, MA | 4.7 |
| Meetinghouse School Westminster, MA | 4.7 |
| Provincetown Schools Provincetown, MA | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield, MA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Monica School
What grades does St Monica School serve?
St Monica School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Monica School?
St Monica School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Monica School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Monica School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Monica School rank in MA?
St Monica School ranks #353 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Monica School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Monica School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Monica School a private school?
Yes, St Monica 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 Monica School a religious school?
St Monica School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 213
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Phone
- (978) 686-1801
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