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#20 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 5% of private schools

The Macduffie School

High School

66 SCHOOL ST, Granby, MA 01033

Private

Enrollment

178

Student-Teacher

5.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#20 of 388

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The Macduffie School

8.1/10

High School in Granby · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

East Meadow

4.6/10

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5.8/10

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About The Macduffie School

The Macduffie School is a private high school in Granby, MA. The Macduffie School serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Macduffie School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares1.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 178 students, The Macduffie 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 5.9:1 students to teachers, The Macduffie School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Macduffie 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

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How The Macduffie School compares to the 2 public schools in Granby, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
This School
vs
12.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
178
This School
vs
347
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.1
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 46.6% vs 0%
Asian 27.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 11.8% vs 0%
Black 9% vs 0%
The Macduffie School Granby Public Avg

All Schools in Granby

School Rating
The Macduffie School (this school) 8.1
East Meadow 4.6
Granby Jr Sr High School 5.8

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- 7.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,195.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 68%
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 178
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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 46.6%
Asian 27.5%
Hispanic 11.8%
Black 9.0%
Two or More 5.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

66 SCHOOL ST, Granby, MA 01033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Macduffie School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Belchertown High (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Belchertown), a more accessible option. Another option is Ludlow Senior High (rated 6.0/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Ludlow), a more accessible option. Additionally, Granby Jr Sr High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Granby, see our Granby schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.5 mi
School Distance Rating
East Meadow Granby 0.9 mi 4.6
Granby Jr Sr High School Granby 1.1 mi 5.8
Chestnut Hill Community School Belchertown 3.2 mi 6.4
Swift River Elementary Belchertown 3.3 mi 6.5
Belchertown High Belchertown 3.3 mi 6.2
Jabish Middle School Belchertown 3.8 mi 6.9
Cold Spring Belchertown 4.0 mi 5.0
AMHERST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Amherst 5.3 mi 6.1
Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst 5.9 mi 9.5
Harris Brook Elementary School Ludlow 6.4 mi 6.8
Ludlow Senior High Ludlow 6.7 mi 6.0
Paul R Baird Middle Ludlow 6.7 mi 5.9
THE COMMON SCHOOL Amherst 6.7 mi 6.4
Mosier South Hadley 5.5 mi 3.7
Michael E. Smith Middle School South Hadley 5.5 mi 6.0
Litwin Chicopee 7.0 mi 6.6
East Street Elementary School Ludlow 7.4 mi 7.4
Plains Elementary South Hadley 5.9 mi 6.1
THE HARTSBROOK SCHOOL Hadley 6.2 mi 7.4
Pelham Elementary Pelham 7.5 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,188

Median Home Value

$319,600

Population

6,088

College Educated

37.4%

Homeownership

94.6%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

47.9

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THE NEWMAN SCHOOL Boston, MA 8.1
COMMONWEALTH SCHOOL Boston, MA 8.2
STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL Greenfield, MA 8.0
CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL Waltham, MA 7.8
ST JOSEPH PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL Brighton, MA 7.8
Rockport High Rockport, MA 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Macduffie School

What grades does The Macduffie School serve?

The Macduffie School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend The Macduffie School?

The Macduffie School has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at The Macduffie School is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Macduffie School rank in MA?

The Macduffie School ranks #20 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is The Macduffie School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Macduffie School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Macduffie School a private school?

Yes, The Macduffie 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 Macduffie School a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
178
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
166 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hampshire County

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