St. Peter Academy
Independent school · Grades Pre-K–3
South Boston, MA
371 W 4th St, South Boston, MA 02127
Overall grade: A
ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.
- A+Class size
- BYears serving families
What stands out
- Smaller classes than 96% of independent schools in Massachusetts
In South Boston, Massachusetts, St. Peter Academy is an independent private school for students from pre-K through 3rd grade. About 25 students attend, with roughly 2 students per teacher, smaller classes than 96% of independent elementary schools in Massachusetts. The school day runs about 6.5 hours, 180 days a year.
At a glance
- Grades
- Grades Pre-K–3
- Students
- 25
- Teachers
- 14 (full-time equivalent)
- Students per teacher
- 1.8
- Boys and girls
- Coed · 14 girls, 11 boys
- Religious affiliation
- None (nonsectarian)
- School day
- About 6.5 hours
- School year
- 180 days
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How it compares
- Smaller classes than 96% of independent elementary schools in Massachusetts (2 students per teacher).
- A smaller school: fewer students than 91% of independent elementary schools in Massachusetts.
- Compared with 56 independent elementary schools in Massachusetts.
Students by grade
Student body
Questions to ask on a tour
- What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
- Do you offer financial aid, sibling discounts or payment plans?
- Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
- How big are classes in my child's grade?
- What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
- Is the school accredited, and by whom?
- What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
- How does the school communicate with families?
Questions about St. Peter Academy
What grades does St. Peter Academy serve?
St. Peter Academy serves grades Pre-K–3.
How many students attend St. Peter Academy?
About 25 students, with 2 students per teacher, according to official records.
How much is tuition at St. Peter Academy?
Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans.
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