Waring School

Waring School

Private Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
35 Standley St,  Beverly, MA
4.5
4.6
164 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Becky Schaeffer
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1360
Average ACT Score
32
Average GPA
3.74
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$44,814

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A-
Teachers
A
College Prep
B+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.74
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
38
Full Time Teachers
20
Part Time Teachers
18
College Prep
Average SAT
1360
Math
680
Verbal
690
Average ACT
32
Math
30
English
33
Reading
33
Science
31
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female
59.3%
Male
40.7%
White
79%
Two or more races
9%
Asian
6.6%
Black
3%
Hispanic
2.4%

School Rankings

#7 Best HS for the Arts in Massachusetts
#36 Best HS For Stem in Massachusetts
#46 Best Private HS in Massachusetts
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Massachusetts Amherst 30 Students
Boston University 25 Students
Northeastern University 19 Students
University of Vermont 18 Students
Brown University 17 Students
Tufts University 17 Students
Skidmore College 14 Students
Dartmouth College 12 Students
Boston College 11 Students
Colby College 11 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Engineering 11 Students
Physics 11 Students
Computer Science 9 Students
Psychology 8 Students
Environmental Science 8 Students
Architecture 8 Students
Studio Arts 8 Students
Business 7 Students
Biology 7 Students
Creative Writing 7 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.5 20 Reviews
5.0 Parent
5/12/2025
We have a freshman and 7th grader for our first year at Waring. We have had an amazing experience. 2 very different kids and each has found their own unique connections within the school. It just feels like home. Everyone is so welcoming, approachable, and willing to help. We absolutely love our new community
3.0 Freshman
10/3/2024
I have had a negative experience with the Waring School. Their robotics programs are good, however academics are severely lacking, and there are VERY few sports offerings.
5.0 Parent
4/30/2020
Waring has been incredibly impactful in helping our children nurture a deep love of learning as well as achieving academic excellence, interact on a global stage for STEM activities, and extend their exploration of music. The teachers are the best we've ever interacted with and you need only speak to any of the high school students to know that they are learning how to succeed in college and life. This is an excellent school.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
10/22/2019
Our family has been at Waring for 7 years with 2 kids and our 3rd on his way. This school is just different from the other options. While there are graded tests and assessments in some classes, overall grades aren't given. Instead the teachers provide thoughtful written evaluations for each class. E...
5.0 parent
5/16/2016
I agree with the January 15 and September 2014 postings. The changing of the guard did not have a negative impact on the school. Conversely, the new head of schools is readily available and fully engaged with the students and parents. My child was new to this school this year, coming in at 9th grade...
5.0 parent
1/12/2015
My children have each attended The Waring School since sixth grade. We currently have a senior and a sophomore. I couldn't agree more with all of the positive feedback of previous posters and disagree completely that the "changing of the guard" has put the school on a negative trajectory. The new he...
5.0 parent
9/2/2014
As a parent with a child about to enter her second year at Waring, I cannot disagree more with the June 2014 and June 2013 posters. The school is outsanding, and the new headmaster is exactly the right leader for taking this school forward and continuing to strengthen its incredible impact on the st...

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Waring School is a private school for students in grades 6-12 located at 35 Standley St in Beverly, MA. Annual tuition is $44,814. The school has a total enrollment of 164 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 6:1. Waring School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.74, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1360 and an ACT score of 32. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Academy at Penguin Hall, Landmark School, Beverly High School, and more. Learn more about what Beverly has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Waring School.

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