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#24 of 54 private schools in VT
Top 43% of private schools
Mater Christi School
Elementary School
50 MANSFIELD AVE, Burlington, VT 05401
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Vermont private schools
#24 of 54
In Burlington
#2 of 3
public schools
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Mater Christi School
Elementary School in Burlington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mater Christi School
Mater Christi School is a private elementary school in Burlington, VT. Mater Christi School serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mater Christi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #24 of 54 private schools in VT.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- VT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Mater Christi School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mater Christi 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
BetaHow Mater Christi School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Burlington, VT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mater Christi School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Edmunds Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Edmunds Middle School | 7.7 |
| Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler | 8.2 |
| Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes | 7.8 |
| Champlain School | 6.6 |
| C. P. Smith School | 8.1 |
| Lyman C. Hunt Middle School | 6.9 |
| J. J. Flynn School | 6.2 |
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 VT.
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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 VT
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
50 MANSFIELD AVE, Burlington, VT 05401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mater Christi School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rick Marcotte Central School (rated 7.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby South Burlington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington | 0.3 mi | — |
| Edmunds Elementary School Burlington | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Edmunds Middle School Burlington | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Burlington | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| STEPPING STONES CHILDREN'S CENTER INC. Burlington | 1.3 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Burlington | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Winooski Middle School Winooski | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Winooski High School Winooski | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MILL SCHOOL (THE) Winooski | 1.4 mi | — |
| Rick Marcotte Central School South Burlington | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Champlain School Burlington | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School South Burlington | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| South Burlington High School South Burlington | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Chamberlin School South Burlington | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| BAIRD SCHOOL Burlington | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| DAVIS COMMUNITY SCHOOL South Burlington | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 05401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,532
Median Home Value
$463,300
Median Rent
$1,614/mo
Population
31,676
College Educated
63.1%
Homeownership
28.8%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
28.4%
Median Age
25.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Richford Elementary School Richford, VT | 6.5 |
| Vernon Elementary School Vernon, VT | 6.5 |
| Castleton Elementary School Castleton, VT | 6.6 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski, VT | 6.4 |
| Underhill Central School Underhill Center, VT | 6.4 |
| Waits River Valley Union School East Corinth, VT | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mater Christi School
What grades does Mater Christi School serve?
Mater Christi School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Mater Christi School?
Mater Christi School has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mater Christi School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mater Christi School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mater Christi School rank in VT?
Mater Christi School ranks #24 of 54 private schools in VT.
What is Mater Christi School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mater Christi School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mater Christi School a private school?
Yes, Mater Christi School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mater Christi School a religious school?
Mater Christi School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Chittenden County
- Phone
- (802) 658-3992
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