About the School
- Located in Cambridge, MA, The Henry Buckner School enrolls 6 students in kindergarten through first grade within a nonsectarian, midsize city community near Central Square.
- The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 2:1 with 3 teachers serving its small student body.
- The Henry Buckner School is affiliated with the National Association for the Education of Young Children and offers a regular elementary program.
- The student population is 100% students of color, reflecting the school's diverse enrollment.
- Families seeking a city–based kindergarten and grade 1 private school in Cambridge may consider The Henry Buckner School's focused small–group learning environment.
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
6 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 32%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Henry Buckner School?
The application deadline for The Henry Buckner School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Henry Buckner School located?
The Henry Buckner School is located in the Central Square neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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(617) 492-3410
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Avg. class size: 18 students
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(617) 876-0757
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(617) 868-8658
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Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 22
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(617) 353-9000
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Gr: 8-12 | 29 students
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(617) 492-4922
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 233 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 22
Specialized Curriculum
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(617) 353-9000
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Gr: 9-12 | 51 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 3
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(617) 267-4530
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(617) 492-4922
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(617) 868-2322
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(617) 731-5330
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26 Exeter Street
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(617) 226-4927
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192 Summer Street
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(617) 666-9116
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