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Best Andover Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 private schools serving 2,651 students in Andover, MA (there are 11 public schools, serving 7,251 public students). 27% of all K-12 students in Andover, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private schools in Andover, MA include The Pike School, St. Augustine Elementary School, and Phillips Academy Andover.
The average acceptance rate is 46%, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 71%.
10% of private schools in Andover, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Top-Ranked Andover Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Phillips Academy Andover
Phillips Academy Andover Photo - We are the Big Blue! With Big Blue sports, it's team first.
(1)
180 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 749-4050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,154 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 25 | Extracurrculars: 54 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Pike School
The Pike School Photo
(1)
34 Sunset Rock Road
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-1197
Gr: PK-9 | 400 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
St. Augustine Elementary School
Alternative School (Catholic)
26 Central Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-2414
Gr: PK-8 | 420 students
Andover School Of Montessori
Andover School Of Montessori Photo - Lower Elementary math work
Montessori School
(1)
400 S Main St
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-2299
Gr: PK-8 | 124 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Kathy Herward Child Care Center
Daycare / Preschool
310 Lowell St Stop 237
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 783-8560
Gr: PK-K | 41 students
Melmark New England
Special Education School
461 River Road
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 654-4300
Gr: Inquire with school | 138 students Avg. class size: 6 students
Next Generation Childrens Center
Next Generation Childrens Center Photo - Welcome to our Andover Center! Our state-of-the-art school features spacious classrooms, indoor play spaces and large playground areas – including a covered outdoor area for when the weather is inclement. A full commercial kitchen serves breakfast, lunch and three healthy snacks daily and we also accommodate children with allergy and dietary restrictions. These are just some of the amenities that our children (and Teachers) enjoy and parents appreciate! Our caring and EEC certified Teachers work closely with their Program Managers and Directors to develop challenging curriculum for each classroom while helping children develop a love of learning! Come take a tour and see why NGCC of Andover is a wonderful place for your child to learn and grow!
Daycare / Preschool
516 S Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-8010
Gr: NS-K | 200 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Professional Center For Child Development
Special Education School
32 Osgood St
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 475-3806
Gr: Inquire with school | 10 students
Shed Childrens Campus
Daycare / Preschool
65 Phillips St
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 684-5050
Gr: PK-K | 125 students
South Main KinderCare
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Daycare / Preschool
511 S Main St.
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 470-3122
Gr: NS-PK

Overview

This Town (Andover)
This State (MA)
# Schools
10 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
2,651 Students
126,525 Students
% Average Students of Color
32%
31%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
421 Teachers
15,720 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
8:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
74%
67%
Average Class Size
11 students
14 students
Average Number of AP Courses
70 courses
16 courses
Average SAT score
1446
(Out of 1600)
1287
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
29

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$38,175
$26,689
Average Summer Program Cost
$500
$2,802
Average % on Financial Aid
24%
36%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$31,250
$17,561
Average Acceptance Rate
46%
71%
Average Endowment Size
$668.5 million
$85.33 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.64
0.63
# American Indian Students
4 Students
187 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
n/a
# Asian Students
326 Students
6,792 Students
% Asian Students
12%
5%
# Hispanic Students
153 Students
7,577 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
6%
# Black Students
147 Students
8,696 Students
% Black Students
6%
7%
# White Students
1,441 Students
67,960 Students
% White Students
54%
55%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
83 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
580 Students
33,326 Students
% of Others Students
22%
27%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
31 extracurriculars
13 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
17 sports
9 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Andover, MA?
The top-ranked private schools in Andover, MA include The Pike School, St. Augustine Elementary School, and Phillips Academy Andover.
How many private schools are located in Andover?
10 private schools are located in Andover.
How diverse are private schools in Andover?
Andover private schools are approximately 32% minority students, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average of 31%.
What percentage of students in Andover go to private school?
27% of all K-12 students in Andover are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Andover?
10% of private schools in Andover are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Which private schools in Andover are often viewed compared to one another?

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