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#164 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 42% of private schools
St Peter School
Elementary School
96 CONCORD AVE, Cambridge, MA 02138
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#164 of 388
In Cambridge
#5 of 7
public schools
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About St Peter School
St Peter School is a private elementary school in Cambridge, MA. St Peter School serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Peter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #164 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, St Peter 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 Peter 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 Peter School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Cambridge, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Peter School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Graham and Parks | 9.6 |
| Maria L. Baldwin | 9.9 |
| Rindge Avenue Upper School | 9.4 |
| Peabody | 7.1 |
| Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School | 9.1 |
| Haggerty | 9.4 |
| Putnam Avenue Upper School | 9.2 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. | 9.8 |
| John M Tobin | 9.5 |
| Amigos School | 9.0 |
| Prospect Hill Academy Charter School | 5.9 |
| Cambridgeport | 9.5 |
| Morse | 9.2 |
| Fletcher/Maynard Academy | 5.5 |
| King Open | 7.3 |
| Cambridge Street Upper School | 7.8 |
| Kennedy-Longfellow | 7.4 |
| Vassal Lane Upper School | 6.9 |
| Community Charter School of Cambridge | 7.6 |
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
96 CONCORD AVE, Cambridge, MA 02138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Peter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maria L. Baldwin (rated 9.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Martin Luther King Jr. (rated 9.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Graham and Parks (rated 9.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cambridge, see our Cambridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Graham and Parks Cambridge | 0.3 mi | 9.6 |
| CAMBRIDGE FRIENDS SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Peabody Cambridge | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Rindge Avenue Upper School Cambridge | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School Cambridge | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| BUCKINGHAM BROWNE & NICHOLS SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| SHADY HILL SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Maria L. Baldwin Cambridge | 0.7 mi | 9.9 |
| WILD ROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.9 mi | — |
| John F Kennedy Somerville | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| SAINT PAUL'S CHOIR SCHOOL Cambridge | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Cambridge Rindge and Latin Cambridge | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE MATIGNON SCHOOL Cambridge | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Gardner Pilot Academy Allston | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Somerville | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Putnam Avenue Upper School Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOSTON Boston | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 9.8 |
| Benjamin G Brown Somerville | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Haggerty Cambridge | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,040
Median Home Value
$1,088,700
Median Rent
$2,799/mo
Population
38,077
College Educated
85.6%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
28.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Douglas Primary School Douglas, MA | 6.6 |
| Moody Haverhill, MA | 6.6 |
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY Roslindale, MA | 6.6 |
| Benjamin G Brown Somerville, MA | 6.5 |
| Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield, MA | 6.5 |
| Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Merrimac, MA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Peter School
What grades does St Peter School serve?
St Peter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Peter School?
St Peter School has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Peter School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Peter School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Peter School rank in MA?
St Peter School ranks #164 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Peter School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Peter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Peter School a private school?
Yes, St Peter 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 Peter School a religious school?
St Peter School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 179
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 547-0101
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