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#378 of 388 private schools in MA

St Patrick Elementary School

Elementary School

20 PLEASANT ST, Stoneham, MA 02180

Private

Enrollment

217

Student-Teacher

108.5:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#378 of 388

In Stoneham

#2 of 2

public schools

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St Patrick Elementary School

4.2/10

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

Stoneham Central Middle School

5.5/10

0.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

South

8.8/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About St Patrick Elementary School

St Patrick Elementary School is a private elementary school in Stoneham, MA. St Patrick Elementary School serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 108.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Patrick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #378 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares2.1 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

St Patrick Elementary School runs 108.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

St Patrick 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 Patrick Elementary School compares to the 5 public schools in Stoneham, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
108.5:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
217
This School
vs
458
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
6.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.8% vs 0%
Asian 0.5% vs 0%
St Patrick Elementary School Stoneham Public Avg

All Schools in Stoneham

School Rating
St Patrick Elementary School (this school) 4.2
Stoneham Central Middle School 5.5
South 8.8
Stoneham High 7.4
Robin Hood 5.2
Colonial Park 7.1

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)
D 1.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 108.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,217.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 22%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 217
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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 88.0%
Two or More 9.7%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

20 PLEASANT ST, Stoneham, MA 02180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Patrick Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Joshua Eaton (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Reading), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walton (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stoneham, see our Stoneham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Stoneham Central Middle School Stoneham 0.2 mi 5.5
South Stoneham 0.6 mi 8.8
Stoneham High Stoneham 0.8 mi 7.4
GREATER BOSTON ACADEMY Stoneham 1.0 mi 5.2
Robin Hood Stoneham 0.9 mi 5.2
Colonial Park Stoneham 1.2 mi 7.1
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield 1.1 mi 5.0
Goodyear Elementary School Woburn 1.3 mi 3.2
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield 1.6 mi 4.7
Walton Wakefield 1.8 mi 8.2
Roosevelt Melrose 1.8 mi 7.5
Galvin Middle School Wakefield 1.8 mi 8.6
Greenwood Wakefield 1.7 mi 5.1
Joshua Eaton Reading 2.3 mi 8.6
Melrose Middle Melrose 2.0 mi 6.1
Melrose High Melrose 2.1 mi 8.5
Muraco Elementary Winchester 2.1 mi 7.0
ACERA SCHOOL Winchester 2.1 mi 7.4
Early Childhood Center Melrose 2.1 mi 5.7
MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose 2.3 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,635

Median Home Value

$629,000

Median Rent

$1,878/mo

Population

22,986

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

42.2

Similar Schools

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Francis J McGrath Elementary Worcester, MA 4.2
John P Oldham Norwood, MA 4.2
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Abington, MA 4.2
Tisbury Elementary Vineyard Haven, MA 4.2
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Webster, MA 4.3
Daniel Webster Marshfield, MA 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Patrick Elementary School

What grades does St Patrick Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend St Patrick Elementary School?

St Patrick Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at St Patrick Elementary School is 108.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Patrick Elementary School rank in MA?

St Patrick Elementary School ranks #378 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is St Patrick Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Patrick Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Patrick Elementary School a private school?

Yes, St Patrick 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 Patrick Elementary School a religious school?

St Patrick Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
217
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
108.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
179 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County

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