Top 5 Best Lowell Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 11 private schools serving 2,348 students in Lowell, MA (there are 30 public schools, serving 16,004 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in Lowell, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in Lowell, MA include Immaculate Conception School, Lowell Catholic and St. Louis School.
The average acceptance rate is 84%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 70%.
82% of private schools in Lowell, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Lowell Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Immaculate Conception School
(Catholic)
(1)
218 E. Merrimack St.
Lowell, MA 01852
(978) 454-5339
Grades: PK-8
| 329 students
Lowell Catholic
Lowell Catholic Photo - Although two-thirds of our students practice the Catholic faith, our students represent a variety of faith backgrounds.
(Catholic)
530 Stevens St
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 452-1794
Grades: 9-12
| 390 students
St. Louis School
(Catholic)
(4)
77 Boisvert St
Lowell, MA 01850
(978) 458-7594
Grades: PK-8
| 247 students
Saint Michael School
Saint Michael School Photo - Established in 1889, Saint Michael's offers academic excellence and Catholic values in small classes with caring teachers who nurture the special gifts and talents of each child.
(Catholic)
21 6th St
Lowell, MA 01850
(978) 453-9511
Grades: PK-8
| 377 students
Ste Jeanne D'arc Continuation School
(Catholic)
(1)
68 Dracut St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 453-4114
Grades: PK-8
| 274 students
C.t.i.childrens Corner D C C
Daycare / Preschool
554 Pawtucket St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-3350
Grades: PK-K
| 125 students
Community Christian Academy
(Christian)
105 Princeton Blvd
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 453-4738
Grades: PK-8
| 221 students
Educational
(Catholic)
311 Adams St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 458-4232
Grades: PK-8
| 145 students
Hellenic American Academy
Special Program Emphasis (Greek Orthodox)
(3)
41 Broadway St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 453-5422
Grades: PK-5
| 106 students
Lowell Day Nursery
Alternative School
119 Hall St
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 454-5981
Grades: PK-K
| 84 students
Merrimack Valley Christian Day
Merrimack Valley Christian Day Photo - Preschool Room
Daycare / Preschool (Church of the Nazarene)
(2)
1195 Varnum Avenue
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 452-2462
Grades: NS-PK
| 50 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Lowell, Massachusetts

Lowell, Massachusetts Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Merrimack Valley Hebrew Academy (Closed 2000)
Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
18 Academy Drive
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 452-6842
Grades: PK-6
| 41 students
Riverside School (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
34 Berry Rd
Lowell, MA 01854
(978) 538-0286
Grades: 6-12
| 14 students
122 Andrews Street
Lowell, MA 01852
(978) 453-4751
Grades: PK-8
| 203 students
368 High St
Lowell, MA 01852
(978) 453-2360
Grades: K-8
| 124 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Lowell, MA?
The top ranked private schools in Lowell, MA include Immaculate Conception School, Lowell Catholic and St. Louis School.
How many private schools are located in Lowell, MA?
11 private schools are located in Lowell, MA.
How diverse are private schools in Lowell, MA?
Lowell, MA private schools are approximately 41% minority students, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average of 30%.
What percentage of students in Lowell, MA go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in Lowell, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Lowell, MA?
82% of private schools in Lowell, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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