Al-Hamra Academy is the first full-time accredited Islamic school in New England.
Our goal is to raise children with a strong intellectual and moral background.
We strive to provide an environment that encourages the cognitive, spiritual, moral, emotional, and physical growth of every student.
We have a well-defined, effective and evolving curriculum that follows the Massachusetts State Frameworks.
We foster spiritual and moral growth in a progressive Islamic environment - an environment that instills in our students the universal values of love, compassion, peace, tolerance, equality, and justice.
Our philosophy reflects our commitment to educate our students to become responsible and productive members of society - instilling civic responsibility in students is one of the goals of the Academy.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Al-hamra Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
148 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
59%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Al-hamra Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Al-noor Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Al-hamra Academy?
The application deadline for Al-hamra Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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The nearest high school to Al-hamra Academy is St. John's High School (2.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Mary Elementary School (2.1 miles away)
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