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#189 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 49% of private schools
St Theresa School
Elementary School · Somerville, MA
A private elementary school in Somerville, MA serving grades Pre-K – 8th.
192 SUMMER ST, Somerville, MA 21432
- 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 92Walker's Paradise
- Transit 81Excellent Transit
- Bike 83Very Bikeable
- City Safety: High1,923/100K
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Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John F KennedyEnrollment path unverified | 8.9 | PK–8 | 0.4 mi | 448 | Compare → |
| Maria L. BaldwinEnrollment path unverified | 9.9 | PK–5 | 0.5 mi | 352 | Compare → |
| Winter Hill CommunityEnrollment path unverified | 5.4 | PK–8 | 0.6 mi | 403 | Compare → |
| Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln ParkEnrollment path unverified | 6.6 | PK–8 | 0.7 mi | 564 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
St Theresa School is listed in Somerville, MA; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About St Theresa School
St Theresa School is a private elementary school in Somerville, MA, serving approximately 148 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 388 private schools in MA.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about St Theresa School
What grades does St Theresa School serve?
St Theresa School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Theresa School?
St Theresa School has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Theresa School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Theresa School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Theresa School rank in MA?
St Theresa School ranks #189 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is St Theresa School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Theresa School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Theresa School a private school?
Yes, St Theresa 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 Theresa School a religious school?
St Theresa School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 148
- Gender Split
- 59% M / 41% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (617) 666-9116
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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