Derby Academy

Derby Academy

Private Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
56 Burditt Ave,  Hingham, MA
4.9
3.8
342 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Joseph J. Perry, Jr.
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Annual Tuition
$36,818

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
5:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
60
Part Time Teachers
5

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
90%
Two or more races
7.2%
Black
1.6%
Hispanic
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.9 5 Reviews
4.0 Middle School Student
1/12/2018
It is a fun experience, the classes are fun, as well as the teachers. I enjoy the food, sports, campus, as well as the students.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 19 Reviews
5.0 parent
1/28/2026
Our son is currently at Derby Academy as a new sixth grader this year and is loving it. His older sister also attended when she was in middle school. The main reasons we love Derby are the small class size and the teacher/student dynamic. The teachers really know my son, and this helps to foster a l...
5.0 parent
12/17/2025
My son started Derby this year as a 6th grader, and I could not be more thrilled with the opportunities he's getting or - more importantly to this mom - the welcoming energy with which he has been greeted. After spending 9 years at the same Montessori School, truthfully I agonized over where to send...
5.0 parent
12/1/2025
I continue to be amazed with my (and my children's) experience with Derby Academy. I have a first grade girl and a pre-k boy. They are EXCITED EVERY DAY to go to school. The small class sizes are unbeatable as each child and family have the most amazing relationships with the faculty and staff. The...
1.0 parent
11/6/2025
The core community is very homogeneous and seems monocultural, what appears to be an upper class of Hingham. Teachers are the only bright spot here, yeat also mostly monoethnic group. Since this is probably the only one option for the private school in the area, the school upholds rigid norms and ex...

Agents Specializing Near This School

See All Agents

Map

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Additional Schools in the Area

Parks in this Area

Derby Academy is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-8 located at 56 Burditt Ave in Hingham, MA. Annual tuition is $36,818. The school has a total enrollment of 342 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Derby Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average home value in this area is $1,726,894. Discover additional schools in the area, like Notre Dame Academy, Hingham High School, Cohasset High School, and more. Learn more about what Hingham has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Derby Academy.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.