Very Good
#84 of 388 private schools in MA
Top 21% of private schools
Whitney Academy
High School
85 DR BRALEY RD, East Freetown, MA 02717
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
5th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Massachusetts private schools
#84 of 388
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Whitney Academy
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About Whitney Academy
Whitney Academy is a private high school in East Freetown, MA. Whitney Academy serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitney Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #84 of 388 private schools in MA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Whitney 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 4.2:1 students to teachers, Whitney Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Whitney 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 Whitney Academy compares to the 1 public school in East Freetown, MA
Student Demographics
All Schools in East Freetown
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Whitney Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Freetown Elementary School | 7.5 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
85 DR BRALEY RD, East Freetown, MA 02717
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitney Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical (rated 7.0/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Rochester), with a comparable rating. Another option is Apponequet Regional High (rated 6.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Lakeville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical (rated 5.9/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby New Bedford), a more accessible option. For more schools in East Freetown, see our East Freetown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Casimir Pulaski New Bedford | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Acushnet Elementary School Acushnet | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Albert F Ford Middle School Acushnet | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| George R Austin Intermediate School Lakeville | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical Rochester | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Apponequet Regional High Lakeville | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Freetown-Lakeville Middle School Lakeville | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Rochester Memorial Rochester | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Elwyn G Campbell New Bedford | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Assawompset Elementary School Lakeville | 5.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Gr New Bedford Vocational Technical New Bedford | 5.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Freetown Elementary School East Freetown | 4.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL New Bedford | 6.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Jireh Swift New Bedford | 6.1 mi | 6.1 |
| MULLEIN HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lakeville | 6.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Normandin Middle School New Bedford | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Charles S Ashley New Bedford | 6.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Abraham Lincoln New Bedford | 7.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Alma del Mar Charter School New Bedford | 7.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Global Learning Charter Public School New Bedford | 7.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02717 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,281
Median Home Value
$512,900
Median Rent
$2,122/mo
Population
4,777
College Educated
32.7%
Homeownership
87.9%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
1.2%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMEGO Attleboro, MA | 7.3 |
| SWANSEA WOOD SCHOOL Swansea, MA | 7.7 |
| GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough, MA | 7.0 |
| IVY STREET SCHOOL Brookline, MA | 8.0 |
| Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell, MA | 6.8 |
| THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy, MA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitney Academy
What grades does Whitney Academy serve?
Whitney Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.
How many students attend Whitney Academy?
Whitney Academy has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitney Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitney Academy 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 Whitney Academy rank in MA?
Whitney Academy ranks #84 of 388 private schools in MA.
What is Whitney Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitney Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Whitney Academy a private school?
Yes, Whitney Academy 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 Whitney Academy a religious school?
No, Whitney Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 38
- 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
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 220 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Bristol County
- Phone
- (508) 763-3737
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