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Best Boston 草榴社区 High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 private high schools serving 1,905 students in Boston, MA.
The top-ranked private high schools in Boston, MA include German International School Boston, Winsor School, and Boston University Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 66%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private high school average acceptance rate of 62%.
14% of private high schools in Boston, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked Boston 草榴社区 High Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Commonwealth School
Commonwealth School Photo - Two blocks from Copley Square, nestled in a pair of brownstones in Boston's Back Bay, the feeling of family persists at Commonwealth, and its location gives students unparalleled access to Boston's resources, fostering meaningful scholarly research, independent projects, and community service.
(1)
151 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 266-7525
Gr: 9-12 | 158 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 33 Tuition listed
The Newman School
The Newman School Photo
(4)
247 Marlborough Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-4530
Gr: 7-12 | 258 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Boston University Academy
Boston University Academy Photo - Boston University Academy provides a "ceilingless" educational experience, one in which students' zeal for learning takes them as far as they are capable.
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
One University Road
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 353-9000
Gr: 9-12 | 233 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 18 | Extracurrculars: 22 Tuition listed
Cathedral High School
Cathedral High School Photo - Cathedral 7-12 High School students are challenged by a rigorous college preparatory curriculum and enriched through a selection of extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services.
(Catholic)
74 Union Park St
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 542-2325
Gr: 7-12 | 287 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
German International School Boston
German International School Boston Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(5)
57 Holton Street
Boston, MA 02134
(617) 783-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 263 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Winsor School
Winsor School Photo
All-girls
103 Pilgrim Road
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 735-9503
Gr: 5-12 | 471 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Newman School
247 Marlborough St
Boston, MA 02116
(603) 381-2003
Gr: 7-12 | 235 students

Overview

This Town (Boston)
This State (MA)
# Schools
7 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
1,905 Students
57,306 Students
% Average Students of Color
38%
27%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
298 Teachers
8,497 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
7:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
87%
70%
Average Class Size
13 students
12 students
Average Number of AP Courses
11 courses
16 courses
Average SAT score
1411
(Out of 1600)
1289
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
29

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$39,543
$40,544
Average Summer Program Cost
$560
$5,465
Average % on Financial Aid
39%
39%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$32,194
$28,121
Average Acceptance Rate
66%
62%
Average Endowment Size
$11.87 million
$112.5 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.71
0.52
# American Indian Students
5 Students
127 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
193 Students
4,063 Students
% Asian Students
10%
7%
# Hispanic Students
108 Students
3,645 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
6%
# Black Students
345 Students
3,816 Students
% Black Students
18%
7%
# White Students
866 Students
39,391 Students
% White Students
46%
67%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
35 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
388 Students
7,482 Students
% of Others Students
20%
13%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
17 extracurriculars
20 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
11 sports
12 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private high schools in Boston, MA?
The top-ranked private high schools in Boston, MA include German International School Boston, Winsor School, and Boston University Academy.
How many private high schools are located in Boston?
7 private high schools are located in Boston.
How diverse are private high schools in Boston?
Boston private high schools are approximately 38% minority students, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average of 27%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Boston?
14% of private high schools in Boston are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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