For the 2026-27 school year, there are 85 private schools serving 11,814 students in Worcester County, MA (there are 254 public schools, serving 120,993 public students). 9% of all K-12 students are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
The average tuition cost is $22,973, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average tuition cost of $26,559.
43% of private schools in Worcester County, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- # Private Schools: 85
- # Students Served: 11,814
- Average Tuition: $22,973
- % Students on Financial Aid: 36%
- Acceptance Rate: 82%
- Average Class Size: 15 students
- % Students of Color: 29%
- View Worcester County, MA School Trends
