Very Good
#97 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 25% of private schools
Walnut Hill School for the Arts
High School
12 HIGHLAND ST, Natick, MA 01760
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#97 of 388
In Natick
#2 of 4
public schools
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Walnut Hill School for the Arts
High School in Natick · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Walnut Hill School for the Arts
Walnut Hill School for the Arts is a private high school in Natick, MA. Walnut Hill School for the Arts serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Hill School for the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #97 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 6:1 students to teachers, Walnut Hill School for the Arts sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Walnut Hill School for the Arts 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 Walnut Hill School for the Arts compares to the 8 public schools in Natick, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Natick
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Walnut Hill School for the Arts (this school) | 7.2 |
| Johnson | 9.4 |
| Lilja Elementary | 6.6 |
| Wilson Middle | 8.9 |
| Natick High | 8.1 |
| Bennett-Hemenway | 8.8 |
| Memorial | 7.4 |
| J F Kennedy Middle School | 8.9 |
| Brown | 9.0 |
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
12 HIGHLAND ST, Natick, MA 01760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Hill School for the Arts may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Natick High (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, RCS LEARNING CENTER (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Natick, see our Natick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson Natick | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Wilson Middle Natick | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Lilja Elementary Natick | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Bennett-Hemenway Natick | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Natick High Natick | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick | 1.6 mi | — |
| BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Memorial Natick | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayland | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| RIVERBEND SCHOOL Natick | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Wayland Middle School Wayland | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| John D Hardy Wellesley | 2.0 mi | 9.8 |
| J F Kennedy Middle School Natick | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Loker School Wayland | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Brown Natick | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick | 2.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Katharine Lee Bates Wellesley | 2.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Pine Hill Sherborn | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Sprague Elementary School Wellesley | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,644
Median Home Value
$740,700
Median Rent
$2,061/mo
Population
36,520
College Educated
69.5%
Homeownership
67.5%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PINGREE SCHOOL South Hamilton, MA | 7.2 |
| EAGLE HILL SCHOOL Hardwick, MA | 7.3 |
| BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover, MA | 7.1 |
| Bourne High School Bourne, MA | 7.1 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston, MA | 7.1 |
| BOSTON TRINITY ACADEMY Boston, MA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Hill School for the Arts
What grades does Walnut Hill School for the Arts serve?
Walnut Hill School for the Arts serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Walnut Hill School for the Arts?
Walnut Hill School for the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Hill School for the Arts?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Hill School for the Arts is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Walnut Hill School for the Arts rank in MA?
Walnut Hill School for the Arts ranks #97 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Walnut Hill School for the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Hill School for the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Walnut Hill School for the Arts a private school?
Yes, Walnut Hill School for the Arts 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 Walnut Hill School for the Arts a religious school?
No, Walnut Hill School for the Arts is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 277
- Gender Split
- 27% M / 73% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 160 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Phone
- (508) 650-5085
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