South Shore Sda School in Braintree, MA serves co–ed students in grades 2 through 7 within a suburban community setting.
Founded in 2002, the school operates with one teacher and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 for its total enrollment of 9 students.
The school holds a Seventh Day Adventist religious affiliation and is part of other religious school associations.
South Shore Sda School offers 5 Advanced Placement courses and is recognized for having the highest percentage of students of color in Massachusetts private schools, ranking in the top 20% for diversity.
The school is situated near several other private and religious schools in Braintree, providing families local choices within a suburban area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-7
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
South Shore Sda School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-7
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
9 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
5 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Together in Mission, I Will Go
- School Mascot: Flames
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for South Shore Sda School?
The application deadline for South Shore Sda School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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