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#307 of 388 private schools in MA
The Laurel School
Elementary School
1436 LONG POND RD, Brewster, MA 02631
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#307 of 388
In Brewster
#2 of 2
public schools
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The Laurel School
Elementary School in Brewster · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Laurel School
The Laurel School is a private elementary school in Brewster, MA. The Laurel School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Laurel School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #307 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, The Laurel 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 5.8:1 students to teachers, The Laurel School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Laurel 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 The Laurel School compares to the 2 public schools in Brewster, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Brewster
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Laurel School (this school) | 5.3 |
| Stony Brook Elementary | 8.0 |
| Eddy Elementary | 7.3 |
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
1436 LONG POND RD, Brewster, MA 02631
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Laurel School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chatham Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Chatham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orleans Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Orleans), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Station Avenue Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brewster, see our Brewster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook Elementary Brewster | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Eddy Elementary Brewster | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School East Harwich | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| LATHAM SCHOOL Brewster | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Monomoy Regional High School Harwich | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Harwich Elementary School Harwich | 3.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Orleans Elementary Orleans | 4.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Nauset Regional Middle Orleans | 4.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Monomoy Regional Middle School Chatham | 4.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Chatham Elementary School Chatham | 5.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis | 7.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Eastham Elementary Eastham | 8.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Nauset Regional High North Eastham | 9.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL South Yarmouth | 8.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High South Yarmouth | 8.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth | 8.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth | 8.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth | 8.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Marguerite E Small Elementary West Yarmouth | 10.9 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,427
Median Home Value
$621,800
Median Rent
$1,386/mo
Population
10,189
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
79%
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
59.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hingham, MA | 5.3 |
| MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose, MA | 5.2 |
| ADAMS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Quincy, MA | 5.5 |
| ANTIOCH SCHOOL Fall River, MA | 5.1 |
| THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham, MA | 5.5 |
| HANDS-ON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield, MA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Laurel School
What grades does The Laurel School serve?
The Laurel School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend The Laurel School?
The Laurel School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Laurel School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Laurel School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Laurel School rank in MA?
The Laurel School ranks #307 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is The Laurel School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Laurel 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 The Laurel School a private school?
Yes, The Laurel School 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 The Laurel School a religious school?
No, The Laurel School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Barnstable County
- Phone
- (508) 896-4934
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