Very Good
#113 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 29% of private schools
Veritas Christian Academy
Elementary School
6 LOKER ST, Wayland, MA 01778
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#113 of 388
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About Veritas Christian Academy
Veritas Christian Academy is a private elementary school in Wayland, MA. Veritas Christian Academy serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Veritas Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #113 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Veritas Christian 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.
At 7.7:1 students to teachers, Veritas Christian Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Veritas Christian 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
BetaHow Veritas Christian Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Wayland, MA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Veritas Christian Academy (this school) | 7.1 |
| Loker School | 8.9 |
| Wayland Middle School | 9.3 |
| Happy Hollow School | 9.5 |
| The Children's Way Preschool | — |
| Claypit Hill School | 7.6 |
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.
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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
6 LOKER ST, Wayland, MA 01778
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Veritas Christian Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John D Hardy (rated 9.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Wellesley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Happy Hollow School (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Johnson (rated 9.4/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Natick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wayland, see our Wayland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Loker School Wayland | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Wayland Middle School Wayland | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Bennett-Hemenway Natick | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick | 1.2 mi | — |
| Happy Hollow School Wayland | 1.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Wilson Middle Natick | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Wayland High School Wayland | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Natick | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Lilja Elementary Natick | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| The Children's Way Preschool Wayland | 2.6 mi | — |
| THE TREMONT SCHOOL Weston | 2.2 mi | — |
| John D Hardy Wellesley | 2.5 mi | 9.8 |
| Katharine Lee Bates Wellesley | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Johnson Natick | 3.2 mi | 9.4 |
| J F Kennedy Middle School Natick | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Brown Natick | 2.8 mi | 9.0 |
| RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$219,531
Median Home Value
$935,700
Median Rent
$1,403/mo
Population
13,915
College Educated
77.7%
Homeownership
90.5%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Richmond Consolidated Richmond, MA | 7.1 |
| Ashby Elementary Ashby, MA | 7.0 |
| CHARLES RIVER SCHOOL Dover, MA | 7.0 |
| Conley Elementary School Roslindale, MA | 7.0 |
| Erving Elementary Erving, MA | 7.0 |
| Hillcrest Elementary School Turners Falls, MA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Veritas Christian Academy
What grades does Veritas Christian Academy serve?
Veritas Christian Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Veritas Christian Academy?
Veritas Christian Academy has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Veritas Christian Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Veritas Christian Academy is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Veritas Christian Academy rank in MA?
Veritas Christian Academy ranks #113 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Veritas Christian Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Veritas Christian Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Veritas Christian Academy a private school?
Yes, Veritas Christian Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Veritas Christian Academy a religious school?
Veritas Christian Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 157
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (508) 653-1188
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