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Bay Cove Academy

156 Lawton St
Brookline, MA 02446
Bay Cove Academy is a small, 766-approved day school serving adolescents, ages 12-21, from the Greater Boston area.
Nationally recognized by the US Department of Labor for its Career Development Program, the school provides a highly structured, therapeutic environment for teens whose educational and social needs exceed those which traditional community schools can accommodate.
The curriculum provides a comprehensive middle and high school course of study along with electives, community job placements, and individual and group therapy.
The curriculum in each subject area is aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Bay Cove Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
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 Bay Cove Academy?
The application deadline for Bay Cove Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Bay Cove Academy located?
Bay Cove Academy is located in the North Brookline neighborhood of Brookline, MA.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 26 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Brookline, MA is $42,698 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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