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#140 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 36% of private schools
Thayer Academy
High School
745 WASHINGTON ST, Braintree, MA 02184
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#140 of 388
In Braintree
#3 of 4
public schools
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Thayer Academy
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About Thayer Academy
Thayer Academy is a private high school in Braintree, MA. Thayer Academy serves approximately 709 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Thayer Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Thayer Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Thayer Academy 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 Thayer Academy compares to the 10 public schools in Braintree, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Braintree
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Thayer Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| Monatiquot Kindergarten Center | 6.5 |
| Hollis | 8.4 |
| Braintree High | 6.4 |
| Mary E Flaherty School | 8.4 |
| East Middle School | 6.4 |
| Archie T Morrison | 6.4 |
| Liberty | 8.5 |
| Donald Ross | 5.6 |
| South Middle School | 8.5 |
| Highlands | 6.6 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
745 WASHINGTON ST, Braintree, MA 02184
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thayer Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CATS ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Braintree High (rated 6.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, ARCHBISHOP WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.4/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Braintree, see our Braintree schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Monatiquot Kindergarten Center Braintree | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Hollis Braintree | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| STEP AHEAD KINDERGARTEN Braintree | 0.9 mi | — |
| Braintree High Braintree | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Mary E Flaherty School Braintree | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| ARCHBISHOP WILLIAMS HIGH SCHOOL Braintree | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| East Middle School Braintree | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| ST COLETTA DAY SCHOOL Braintree | 1.5 mi | — |
| MEETING HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Braintree | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Liberty Braintree | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| South Middle School Braintree | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Archie T Morrison Braintree | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Donald Ross Braintree | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Amelio Della Chiesa Early Childhood Center Quincy | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Highlands Braintree | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| South West Middle School Quincy | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| LUMEN VERUM ACADEMY Braintree | 2.3 mi | — |
| Lincoln-Hancock Community School Quincy | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| CATS ACADEMY Braintree | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02184 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,305
Median Home Value
$623,200
Median Rent
$1,925/mo
Population
38,762
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NOBLE AND GREENOUGH SCHOOL Dedham, MA | 6.8 |
| Old Rochester Regional High Mattapoisett, MA | 6.8 |
| Sandwich Middle High School East Sandwich, MA | 6.8 |
| Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical Bourne, MA | 6.8 |
| Apponequet Regional High Lakeville, MA | 6.7 |
| Ashland High Ashland, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thayer Academy
What grades does Thayer Academy serve?
Thayer Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Thayer Academy?
Thayer Academy has an enrollment of approximately 709 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thayer Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Thayer Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Thayer Academy rank in MA?
Thayer Academy ranks #140 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Thayer Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Thayer Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Thayer Academy a private school?
Yes, Thayer Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Thayer Academy a religious school?
No, Thayer Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 709
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 112
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (781) 664-2201
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