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Wachusett Hills Christian School
Elementary School
100 COLONY, Gardner, MA 01473
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Wachusett Hills Christian School
Wachusett Hills Christian School is an Seventh-day Adventist private elementary school in Gardner, MA 01473. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $101,161, where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Wachusett Hills Christian School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
As a private school, Wachusett Hills Christian School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Wachusett Hills Christian School compares to the 4 public schools in Gardner, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Gardner
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wachusett Hills Christian School (this school) | — |
| Gardner Elementary School | 5.2 |
| Gardner Academy for Learning and Technology | 5.7 |
| Gardner High | 5.2 |
| Gardner Middle School | 4.9 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private · Seventh-day Adventist
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 100 COLONY, Gardner, MA 01473
- Phone
- (978) 874-6432
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
100 COLONY, Gardner, MA 01473
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wachusett Hills Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Reingold Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Fitchburg). Another option is Templeton Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Templeton). Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 5.8/10, 2.8 miles away). For more schools in Gardner, see our Gardner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gardner Elementary School Gardner | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Gardner Middle School Gardner | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Gardner High Gardner | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Overlook Middle School Ashburnham | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Gardner Academy for Learning and Technology Gardner | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Oakmont Regional High School Ashburnham | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Meetinghouse School Westminster | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Westminster Elementary Westminster | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Briggs Elementary Ashburnham | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Gardner | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical Fitchburg | 4.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Reingold Elementary Fitchburg | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Hubbardston Center Hubbardston | 7.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Templeton Elementary School Templeton | 6.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Narragansett Regional High Baldwinville | 6.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Narragansett Middle Baldwinville | 6.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Memorial Middle School Fitchburg | 6.8 mi | 7.3 |
| APPLEWILD SCHOOL Fitchburg | 7.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Crocker Elementary Fitchburg | 7.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg | 7.4 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,161
Median Home Value
$394,000
Median Rent
$1,643/mo
Population
8,289
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
87.5%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
47.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Wachusett Hills Christian School has a median household income of $101,161. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $394,000, with a median rent of $1,643/month. The local poverty rate of 2.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
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| Crosby Educational Academy Pittsfield, MA | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wachusett Hills Christian School
What grades does Wachusett Hills Christian School serve?
Wachusett Hills Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Wachusett Hills Christian School?
Wachusett Hills Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wachusett Hills Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wachusett Hills Christian School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Wachusett Hills Christian School a private school?
Yes, Wachusett Hills Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Wachusett Hills Christian School a religious school?
Wachusett Hills Christian School has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (958/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Gardner). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Gender Split
- 32% M / 68% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- WORCESTER
- Phone
- (978) 874-6432
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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