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#135 of 388 private schools in MA

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White Oak School

High School

533 N RD, Westfield, MA 01085

Private

Enrollment

59

Student-Teacher

2.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Massachusetts private schools

#135 of 388

In Westfield

#1 of 3

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White Oak School

6.9/10

High School in Westfield · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Westfield Intermediate School

6.2/10

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About White Oak School

White Oak School is a private high school in Westfield, MA. White Oak School serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. White Oak School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #135 of 388 private schools in MA.

How it compares0.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 59 students, White Oak 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 2.9:1 students to teachers, White Oak School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

White Oak 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 White Oak School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Westfield, MA

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.9:1
This School
vs
10.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
59
This School
vs
601
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
5.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.5% vs 0%
Black 5.1% vs 0%
White Oak School Westfield Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
White Oak School (this school) 6.9
Westfield Intermediate School 6.2
Westfield High 5.6
Westfield Virtual School 3.5
Westfield Technical Academy 6.1
Westfield Middle School 5.9

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 2.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 30%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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Enrollment 59
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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 83.1%
Hispanic 8.5%
Black 5.1%
Pacific Islander 3.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

533 N RD, Westfield, MA 01085

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering White Oak School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Westfield Technical Academy (rated 6.1/10, 4.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Westfield High (rated 5.6/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL - SECONDARY (rated 5.1/10, 4.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westfield, see our Westfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Westfield Intermediate School Westfield 2.1 mi 6.2
Southampton Road Westfield 2.3 mi 6.9
Westfield High Westfield 2.7 mi 5.6
Westfield Virtual School Westfield 3.6 mi 3.5
William E Norris Southampton 4.0 mi 7.4
ST MARYS PARISH SCHOOL Westfield 4.1 mi 5.6
Franklin Ave Westfield 4.0 mi 2.8
ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL - SECONDARY Westfield 4.1 mi 5.1
Paper Mill Westfield 4.1 mi 6.4
Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center Westfield 4.3 mi 3.3
Westfield Technical Academy Westfield 4.3 mi 6.1
Abner Gibbs Westfield 4.9 mi 5.9
Westfield Middle School Westfield 4.9 mi 5.9
Highland Westfield 4.8 mi 4.1
Gateway to College at Holyoke Community College Holyoke 4.2 mi
Munger Hill Westfield 5.9 mi 4.5
Lt Elmer J McMahon Elementary Holyoke 4.4 mi 6.4
Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary Holyoke 4.8 mi 5.0
Mountain View School Easthampton 5.8 mi 5.0
Maurice A Donahue Elementary Holyoke 4.9 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,821

Median Home Value

$296,300

Median Rent

$1,064/mo

Population

41,466

College Educated

32.8%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about White Oak School

What grades does White Oak School serve?

White Oak School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend White Oak School?

White Oak School has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at White Oak School?

The student-teacher ratio at White Oak School is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does White Oak School rank in MA?

White Oak School ranks #135 of 388 private schools in MA.

What is White Oak School's MySchoolScout rating?

White Oak School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is White Oak School a private school?

Yes, White Oak School 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 White Oak School a religious school?

No, White Oak School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
59
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hampden County

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