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#55 of 388 private schools in MA

Top 14% of private schools

The New England Center for Children

School

33 TPKE RD, Southborough, MA 01772

Private

Enrollment

213

Student-Teacher

1:1

Score

7.7

Grades

UG – UG

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#55 of 388

In Southborough

#2 of 3

public schools

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The New England Center for Children

7.7/10

School in Southborough · grades UG – UG. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Albert S. Woodward Memorial School

8.2/10

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8.2/10

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About The New England Center for Children

The New England Center for Children is a private school in Southborough, MA. The New England Center for Children serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades UG-UG, and has a 1:1 student-teacher ratio. The New England Center for Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares1.4 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

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

The New England Center for Children 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 New England Center for Children compares to the 4 public schools in Southborough, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
213
This School
vs
326
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
8.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.9% vs 0%
Asian 6.6% vs 0%
Black 6.1% vs 0%
The New England Center for Children Southborough Public Avg

All Schools in Southborough

School Rating
The New England Center for Children (this school) 7.7
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School 8.2
Margaret A Neary 7.5
P Brent Trottier 8.6
Mary E Finn School 7.5

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
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Student-Teacher Ratio 1:1
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 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,464
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
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 213
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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 86.9%
Asian 6.6%
Black 6.1%
Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

33 TPKE RD, Southborough, MA 01772

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The New England Center for Children may also want to explore other schools in the area. P Brent Trottier (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Albert S. Woodward Memorial School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST MARK'S SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Southborough, see our Southborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School Southborough 1.5 mi 8.2
ST MARK'S SCHOOL Southborough 1.8 mi 8.2
FAY SCHOOL Southborough 1.8 mi 7.4
Brophy Framingham 1.9 mi 3.7
Margaret A Neary Southborough 2.0 mi 7.5
METROWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ashland 2.6 mi 4.5
Mary E Finn School Southborough 2.3 mi 7.5
P Brent Trottier Southborough 2.2 mi 8.6
REED ACADEMY Framingham 2.6 mi
David Mindess Ashland 3.0 mi 7.2
Francis J Kane Marlborough 3.4 mi 6.0
Ashland Middle Ashland 3.3 mi 6.7
SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham 2.7 mi 7.0
PINCUSHION HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashland 3.0 mi
William Pittaway Elementary Ashland 3.3 mi 4.9
GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough 3.5 mi 7.0
Ashland High Ashland 3.6 mi 6.7
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham 3.5 mi 7.3
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 3.5 mi 5.7
Barbieri Elementary Framingham 3.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01772 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$196,680

Median Home Value

$816,500

Median Rent

$2,425/mo

Population

9,781

College Educated

75.4%

Homeownership

89.4%

Avg Commute

32.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

43.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ST ANN'S HOME Methuen, MA 7.6
BRADFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bradford, MA 7.5
MELMARK NEW ENGLAND Andover, MA 7.9
Martha's Vineyard Charter Public School West Tisbury, MA 7.5
ACERA SCHOOL Winchester, MA 7.4
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOSTON Boston, MA 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The New England Center for Children

What grades does The New England Center for Children serve?

The New England Center for Children serves students in grades UG through UG.

How many students attend The New England Center for Children?

The New England Center for Children has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The New England Center for Children?

The student-teacher ratio at The New England Center for Children is 1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The New England Center for Children rank in MA?

The New England Center for Children ranks #55 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is The New England Center for Children's MySchoolScout rating?

The New England Center for Children has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The New England Center for Children a private school?

Yes, The New England Center for Children 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 New England Center for Children a religious school?

No, The New England Center for Children is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
UG – UG
Enrollment
213
Gender Split
83% M / 17% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
Teachers (FTE)
213
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
244 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County

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