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#119 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 30% of private schools

The Fenn School

School

516 MONUMENT ST, Concord, MA 01742

Private

Enrollment

320

Student-Teacher

7.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

4th – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#119 of 388

In Concord

#3 of 3

public schools

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The Fenn School

7.0/10

School in Concord · grades 4th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Alcott

7.6/10

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9.0/10

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About The Fenn School

The Fenn School is a private school in Concord, MA. The Fenn School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades 4th-9th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Fenn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #119 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 7.9:1 students to teachers, The Fenn School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Fenn 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.

The Fenn School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Fenn School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Concord, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
This School
vs
11.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
320
This School
vs
640
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
8.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 75.9% vs 0%
Asian 8.4% vs 0%
Black 3.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.5% vs 0%
The Fenn School Concord Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Fenn School (this school) 7.0
Alcott 7.6
Concord Carlisle High 9.0
Thoreau 7.3
Concord Middle 9.4
Willard 7.2

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)
B 5.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 8.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,402.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 41%
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
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Enrollment 320
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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 75.9%
Two or More 9.4%
Asian 8.4%
Black 3.8%
Hispanic 2.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

516 MONUMENT ST, Concord, MA 01742

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Fenn School may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE CARROLL SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Lincoln), with a very similar rating. Another option is THE GUILD FOR HUMAN SERVICES (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CORWIN-RUSSELL SCHOOL AT BROCCOLI HALL (rated 6.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Sudbury), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Alcott Concord 1.5 mi 7.6
Concord Carlisle High Concord 1.9 mi 9.0
NASHOBA BROOKS SCHOOL Concord 1.6 mi 7.3
Lt Eleazer Davis Bedford 2.2 mi 7.8
THE GUILD FOR HUMAN SERVICES Concord 2.4 mi 7.1
Carlisle School Carlisle 3.6 mi 9.2
Thoreau Concord 2.9 mi 7.3
THE CARROLL SCHOOL Lincoln 3.5 mi 7.2
Willard Concord 3.5 mi 7.2
Concord Middle Concord 3.3 mi 9.4
BIRCHES SCHOOL Lincoln 3.5 mi 5.1
Lincoln School Lincoln 3.9 mi 8.7
John Glenn Middle Bedford 3.4 mi 9.2
Bedford High Bedford 3.5 mi 9.1
CORWIN-RUSSELL SCHOOL AT BROCCOLI HALL Sudbury 4.4 mi 6.5
Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base 3.8 mi 6.4
Minuteman Regional High Lexington 4.3 mi 8.3
Lt Job Lane School Bedford 4.6 mi 8.0
BEDFORD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bedford 4.4 mi
WILLOW HILL SCHOOL Sudbury 5.2 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$211,435

Median Home Value

$1,139,200

Median Rent

$2,471/mo

Population

18,337

College Educated

79.1%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

32.1 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

44.7

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School Rating
APPLEWILD SCHOOL Fitchburg, MA 7.0
PIONEER VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Springfield, MA 6.8
SOUTH LANCASTER ACADEMY South Lancaster, MA 6.8
THE CARROLL SCHOOL Lincoln, MA 7.2
ACADEMY OF NOTRE DAME Tyngsboro, MA 7.3
BANCROFT SCHOOL Worcester, MA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Fenn School

What grades does The Fenn School serve?

The Fenn School serves students in grades 4th through 9th.

How many students attend The Fenn School?

The Fenn School has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Fenn School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Fenn School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Fenn School rank in MA?

The Fenn School ranks #119 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is The Fenn School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Fenn School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Fenn School a private school?

Yes, The Fenn School is a private all-boys 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 The Fenn School a religious school?

No, The Fenn School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
4th – 9th
Enrollment
320
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8.5 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Middlesex County

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