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#306 of 388 private schools in MA
St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School
Elementary School
47 NICHOLS AVE, Watertown, MA 02472
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#306 of 388
In Watertown
#4 of 4
public schools
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St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School
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About St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School
St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School is a private elementary school in Watertown, MA. St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #306 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, St Stephen's Armenian Elementary 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.
At 6.7:1 students to teachers, St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Stephen's Armenian 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
BetaHow St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School compares to the 5 public schools in Watertown, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Watertown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Hosmer | 9.0 |
| James Russell Lowell | 8.9 |
| Watertown Middle | 8.4 |
| Watertown High | 6.9 |
| Cunniff | 8.9 |
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
47 NICHOLS AVE, Watertown, MA 02472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haggerty (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Cambridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winship Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Brighton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hosmer (rated 9.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ATRIUM SCHOOL Watertown | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Hosmer Watertown | 0.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Haggerty Cambridge | 0.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Lyon High School Brighton | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| ST COLUMBKILLE PARTNERSHIP SCHOOL Brighton | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Lyon K-8 School Brighton | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| MESIVTA HIGH SCHOOL OF GREATER BOSTON Brighton | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Watertown | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Winship Elementary School Brighton | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| SHADY HILL SCHOOL Cambridge | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Mary Lee Burbank Belmont | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brighton | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Boston Green Academy Horace Mann Charter School Brighton | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Boston | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Winthrop L Chenery Middle Belmont | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| BUCKINGHAM BROWNE & NICHOLS SCHOOL Cambridge | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Edison K-8 School Brighton | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Brighton High School Brighton | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| KENNEDY DAY SCHOOL Brighton | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOSTON Boston | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,383
Median Home Value
$737,600
Median Rent
$2,356/mo
Population
35,317
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School
What grades does St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School serve?
St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School?
St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School rank in MA?
St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School ranks #306 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious 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 Stephen's Armenian Elementary School a religious school?
St Stephen's Armenian Elementary School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 926-6979
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