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#243 of 388 private schools in MA

Valley View School

High School

91 OAKHAM RD, North Brookfield, MA 01535

Private

Enrollment

36

Student-Teacher

4.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

5th – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

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Valley View School

5.8/10

High School in North Brookfield · grades 5th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

North Brookfield High

5.3/10

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5.0/10

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About Valley View School

Valley View School is a private high school in North Brookfield, MA. Valley View School serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 5th-11th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #243 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.6 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 36 students, Valley View 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 4.2:1 students to teachers, Valley View School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Valley View 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 Valley View School compares to the 2 public schools in North Brookfield, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.2:1
This School
vs
10.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
36
This School
vs
204
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
5.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.6% vs 0%
Black 2.8% vs 0%
Asian 2.8% vs 0%
Valley View School North Brookfield Public Avg

All Schools in North Brookfield

School Rating
Valley View School (this school) 5.8
North Brookfield Elementary 5.0
North Brookfield High 5.3

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 4.2:1
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)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Enrollment 36
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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 88.9%
Hispanic 5.6%
Black 2.8%
Asian 2.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

91 OAKHAM RD, North Brookfield, MA 01535

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley View School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DEVEREUX SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Rutland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Quabbin Regional High School (rated 5.8/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Barre), with a very similar rating. Additionally, North Brookfield High (rated 5.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Brookfield, see our North Brookfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.4 mi
School Distance Rating
North Brookfield High North Brookfield 0.8 mi 5.3
North Brookfield Elementary North Brookfield 0.8 mi 5.0
New Braintree Grade New Braintree 3.4 mi 4.1
East Brookfield Elementary East Brookfield 4.1 mi 3.8
Oakham Center Oakham 5.0 mi 4.0
Brookfield Elementary Brookfield 5.2 mi 6.5
West Brookfield Elementary West Brookfield 4.7 mi 3.4
Knox Trail Middle School Spencer 5.4 mi 4.1
Wire Village School Spencer 5.2 mi 4.4
David Prouty High Spencer 5.4 mi 5.2
Hardwick Elementary Gilbertville 6.3 mi 5.2
Quabbin Regional High School Barre 8.2 mi 5.8
Quabbin Regional Middle School Barre 8.2 mi 4.1
SEVEN HILLS/STETSON SCHOOL Barre 8.8 mi 6.1
ST ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gilbertville 7.0 mi 4.6
Quaboag Regional High Warren 7.6 mi 4.9
Quaboag Regional Middle Innovation School Warren 7.6 mi 3.5
Quaboag Integrated Preschool Warren 7.6 mi 3.2
Tantasqua Regional Jr High Fiskdale 9.2 mi 6.6
DEVEREUX SCHOOL Rutland 8.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,010

Median Home Value

$316,500

Median Rent

$973/mo

Population

4,739

College Educated

26.5%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

38 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

47.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valley View School

What grades does Valley View School serve?

Valley View School serves students in grades 5th through 11th.

How many students attend Valley View School?

Valley View School has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View School?

The student-teacher ratio at Valley View School is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Valley View School rank in MA?

Valley View School ranks #243 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is Valley View School's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Valley View School a private school?

Yes, Valley View School is a private all-boys 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 Valley View School a religious school?

No, Valley View School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
8 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
5th – 11th
Enrollment
36
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Worcester County

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