Below Average
#371 of 388 private schools in MA
The Park School
Elementary School
171 GODDARD AVE, Brookline, MA 02445
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#371 of 388
In Brookline
#8 of 8
public schools
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The Park School
Elementary School in Brookline · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Park School
The Park School is a private elementary school in Brookline, MA. The Park School serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. The Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #371 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
The Park 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 Park School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Brookline, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Park School (this school) | 4.4 |
| William H Lincoln | 9.2 |
| John D Runkle | 8.3 |
| Pierce | 9.0 |
| Michael Driscoll | 8.4 |
| Lawrence | 9.5 |
| Florida Ruffin Ridley School | 8.6 |
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
171 GODDARD AVE, Brookline, MA 02445
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Park School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manning Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Jamaica Plain), which scores notably higher. Another option is William H Lincoln (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pierce (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brookline, see our Brookline schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BOSTON Boston | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Manning Elementary School Jamaica Plain | 0.8 mi | 9.6 |
| APPLE ORCHARD SCHOOL Brookline | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| William H Lincoln Brookline | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| MAIMONIDES Brookline | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MAIMONIDES SCHOOL ELEMENTARY SECTION Brookline | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Clark Road Brookline | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| PALLOTTA DAY SCHOOL Jamaica Plain | 1.0 mi | — |
| Brookline High Brookline | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Roland Hayes Chestnut Hill | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| John D Runkle Brookline | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Brookline Early Education Program at Putterham Chestnut Hill | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Curley K-8 School Jamaica Plain | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Margarita Muniz Academy Boston | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| TORAH ACADEMY Brookline | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Pierce Brookline | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Michael Driscoll Brookline | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Brookline | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| YESHIVA OHR YISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS Chestnut Hill | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Baldwin Early Learning Pilot Academy Brighton | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02445 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$145,878
Median Home Value
$1,218,000
Median Rent
$2,779/mo
Population
22,568
College Educated
85.7%
Homeownership
52.5%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
34.1
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|---|---|
| A. C. Whelan Elementary School Revere, MA | 4.4 |
| Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Winthrop, MA | 4.4 |
| John E. McCarthy Peabody, MA | 4.4 |
| Pawtucketville Memorial Lowell, MA | 4.4 |
| Ralph D Butler Avon, MA | 4.4 |
| Wire Village School Spencer, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Park School
What grades does The Park School serve?
The Park School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend The Park School?
The Park School has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Park School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Park School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Park School rank in MA?
The Park School ranks #371 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is The Park School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Park School a private school?
Yes, The Park 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 Park School a religious school?
No, The Park School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 535
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Phone
- (617) 277-2456
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