Little House Altern serves 25 students in grades 6-8. The student:teacher of Little House Altern is 8:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Little House Altern ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
80%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Little House Altern?
The application deadline for Little House Altern is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. John Paul Lower Mills (0.2 miles away)
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