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#4 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 1% of private schools

The Learning Center for the Deaf

School

848 CENTRAL ST, Framingham, MA 01701

Private

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

3.8:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#4 of 388

In Framingham

#1 of 5

public schools

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The Learning Center for the Deaf

8.8/10

School in Framingham · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About The Learning Center for the Deaf

The Learning Center for the Deaf is a private school in Framingham, MA. The Learning Center for the Deaf serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 3.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Learning Center for the Deaf has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares2.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 189 students, The Learning Center for the Deaf 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 3.8:1 students to teachers, The Learning Center for the Deaf sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Learning Center for the Deaf 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

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How The Learning Center for the Deaf compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Framingham, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.8:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
189
This School
vs
643
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.8
This School
vs
4.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 59.8% vs 0%
Hispanic 20.6% vs 0%
Black 10.1% vs 0%
Asian 5.8% vs 0%
The Learning Center for the Deaf Framingham Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Learning Center for the Deaf (this school) 8.8
Juniper Hill School 5.1
Charlotte A Dunning 3.8
Fuller Middle 4.9
Walsh Middle 5.0
Miriam F McCarthy School 3.5
King Elementary School 7.2
Framingham High School 4.6
Hemenway 4.2
Christa McAuliffe Charter School 4.8
Brophy 3.7
Barbieri Elementary 4.5
Mary E Stapleton Elementary 4.0
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School 7.3
Potter Road 2.7
Cameron Middle School 4.0
Harmony Grove Elementary 3.7

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)
A 9.3 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 3.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,404
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 57%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 189
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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 59.8%
Hispanic 20.6%
Black 10.1%
Asian 5.8%
Two or More 2.1%
Native American 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

848 CENTRAL ST, Framingham, MA 01701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Learning Center for the Deaf may also want to explore other schools in the area. Joseph P Keefe Technical High School (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is King Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Framingham, see our Framingham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 0.6 mi 5.7
WAYSIDE ACADEMY Framingham 0.8 mi
Charlotte A Dunning Framingham 1.0 mi 3.8
Walsh Middle Framingham 1.1 mi 5.0
Fuller Middle Framingham 1.1 mi 4.9
Juniper Hill School Framingham 0.9 mi 5.1
King Elementary School Framingham 1.3 mi 7.2
METROWEST JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Framingham 1.3 mi 5.8
Miriam F McCarthy School Framingham 1.2 mi 3.5
SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham 1.1 mi 7.0
THE BRIGHTON SCHOOL Framingham 1.4 mi 5.5
Hemenway Framingham 1.6 mi 4.2
Framingham High School Framingham 1.5 mi 4.6
Barbieri Elementary Framingham 1.9 mi 4.5
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham 2.1 mi 7.3
Potter Road Framingham 2.2 mi 2.7
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 1.7 mi 4.8
Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham 2.0 mi 4.0
Brophy Framingham 1.8 mi 3.7
Cameron Middle School Framingham 2.3 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,000

Median Home Value

$612,600

Median Rent

$1,973/mo

Population

32,270

College Educated

60.6%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

43.5

Similar Schools

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PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Watertown, MA 8.8
SOUTH SHORE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weymouth, MA 8.3
THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield, MA 8.2
DOCTOR FRANKLIN PERKINS SCHOOL Lancaster, MA 8.1
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough, MA 8.0
MELMARK NEW ENGLAND Andover, MA 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Learning Center for the Deaf

What grades does The Learning Center for the Deaf serve?

The Learning Center for the Deaf serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend The Learning Center for the Deaf?

The Learning Center for the Deaf has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Learning Center for the Deaf?

The student-teacher ratio at The Learning Center for the Deaf is 3.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Learning Center for the Deaf rank in MA?

The Learning Center for the Deaf ranks #4 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is The Learning Center for the Deaf's MySchoolScout rating?

The Learning Center for the Deaf has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Learning Center for the Deaf a private school?

Yes, The Learning Center for the Deaf 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 Learning Center for the Deaf a religious school?

No, The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
189
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
216 days
Setting
Small City
County
Middlesex County

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