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#211 of 388 private schools in MA

Trinity Catholic Academy

Elementary School

11 PINE ST, Southbridge, MA 01550

Private

Enrollment

109

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#211 of 388

In Southbridge

#1 of 2

public schools

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Trinity Catholic Academy

6.1/10

Elementary School in Southbridge · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Trinity Catholic Academy

Trinity Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Southbridge, MA. Trinity Catholic Academy serves approximately 109 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #211 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 109 students, Trinity Catholic Academy 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.

Trinity Catholic Academy 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 Trinity Catholic Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Southbridge, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
This School
vs
9.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
109
This School
vs
284
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 62.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 29.4% vs 0%
Black 2.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.8% vs 0%
Trinity Catholic Academy Southbridge Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Trinity Catholic Academy (this school) 6.1
Southbridge Academy 5.2
West Street 5.2
Charlton Street 4.1
Eastford Road 6.8
Southbridge Middle School 7.2

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)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
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 109
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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 62.4%
Hispanic 29.4%
Black 2.8%
Asian 2.8%
Two or More 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11 PINE ST, Southbridge, MA 01550

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastford Road (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Holland Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Holland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Charlton Elementary (rated 5.6/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Charlton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Southbridge, see our Southbridge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Southbridge Academy Southbridge 0.4 mi 5.2
Eastford Road Southbridge 0.9 mi 6.8
West Street Southbridge 0.7 mi 5.2
Charlton Street Southbridge 0.7 mi 4.1
Southbridge Middle School Southbridge 1.6 mi 7.2
Southbridge High School Southbridge 1.6 mi 4.5
VIEWPOINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southbridge 2.1 mi 4.7
Burgess Elementary Sturbridge 3.8 mi 5.2
Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School Sturbridge 3.8 mi 3.8
Charlton Elementary Charlton 4.9 mi 5.6
Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton 5.5 mi 7.8
Charlton Middle School Charlton 6.0 mi 4.6
Heritage School Charlton 6.2 mi 3.9
Tantasqua Regional Jr High Fiskdale 7.1 mi 6.6
Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley 6.4 mi 4.8
Holland Elementary Holland 6.4 mi 6.7
Tantasqua Regional Sr High Fiskdale 7.3 mi 7.3
Tantasqua Regional Vocational Fiskdale 7.3 mi 4.8
Dudley Middle School Dudley 6.6 mi 4.1
Mason Road School Dudley 7.2 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,397

Median Home Value

$267,000

Median Rent

$1,157/mo

Population

17,806

College Educated

17.7%

Homeownership

44.3%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Becket Washington School Becket, MA 6.1
EAST BOSTON CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL East Boston, MA 6.1
Johnson Nahant, MA 6.1
NEW ENGLAND INNOVATION ACADEMY Lexington, MA 6.1
BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury, MA 6.0
Boutwell Wilmington, MA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trinity Catholic Academy

What grades does Trinity Catholic Academy serve?

Trinity Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Trinity Catholic Academy?

Trinity Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 109 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Catholic Academy?

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

How does Trinity Catholic Academy rank in MA?

Trinity Catholic Academy ranks #211 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Trinity Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Trinity Catholic Academy a private school?

Yes, Trinity Catholic Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Trinity Catholic Academy a religious school?

Trinity Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
109
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County

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