For the 2024 school year, there are 857 private schools serving 126,126 students in Massachusetts (there are 1,844 public schools, serving 910,733 students). 12% of all K-12 students in Massachusetts are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $23,605 for elementary schools and $39,599 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Massachusetts include Middlesex School, The Rivers School and Groton School.
The average acceptance rate is 70% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 31% and the student:teacher ratio is 8:1.
Top Ranked Massachusetts Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: Back Bay (5 schools), Beacon Hill (4 schools), The Acre (4 schools), Sixteen Acres (4 schools), Nonantum (3 schools).
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Massachusetts?
The best top ranked private schools in Massachusetts include Middlesex School, The Rivers School and Groton School.
How many private schools are located in Massachusetts?
857 private schools are located in Massachusetts.
How much do private schools cost in Massachusetts?
The average private school tuition in Massachusetts is $23,605 for elementary schools and $39,599 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts private schools are approximately 31% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Massachusetts go to private school?
12% of all K-12 students in Massachusetts are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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