Commonwealth School
151 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA, 02116-0211 - View a map of this school Map
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Commonwealth School's mission is to educate young people from diverse backgrounds to become knowledgeable, thoughtful, and creative adults, capable of careful analysis, fruitful cooperation, and deep commitment. Commonwealth aims to be a school to with the highest standards of academic excellence; where students learn to think for themselves and to exercise responsibility and initiative in their actions; with a community of talented teachers and promising students from diverse backgrounds; that takes maximum advantage of its rich urban setting; where arts are a vital element of daily life; that provides the friendly atmosphere of a small, supportive community; and that helps students establish the foundation for rewarding and productive lives. ...read more  

School Overview:
Commonwealth School
School Level High school
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
County Suffolk County, MA
Student Body
Total Students 145 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( MA ) High School Avg.
% Students of Color 20% 19%
Students by Grade
Grade 9 - 36 students
Grade 10 - 38 students
Grade 11 - 34 students
Grade 12 - 37 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 25 teachers
This School ( MA ) High School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:6 1:7
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 156 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 8 hours 6 hours
Admission Deadline Jan. 1
 
School Notes:
  • Commonwealth School's mission is to educate young people from diverse backgrounds to become knowledgeable, thoughtful, and creative adults, capable of careful analysis, fruitful cooperation, and deep commitment. Commonwealth aims to be a school to with the highest standards of academic excellence; where students learn to think for themselves and to exercise responsibility and initiative in their actions; with a community of talented teachers and promising students from diverse backgrounds; that takes maximum advantage of its rich urban setting; where arts are a vital element of daily life; that provides the friendly atmosphere of a small, supportive community; and that helps students establish the foundation for rewarding and productive lives.
  • Profile last updated: 02/04/2007

School Zip Code:

About This Zip Code ( 02116 )
School Zip ( 02116 ) ( MA ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 19,682 people 6,349,048 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 73% 43%
Population Average Age 34 years old 36.5 years old
Average Household Size 1.6 persons 2.5 persons
Median Household Income $60,467 $51,535
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 3 rooms 5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 69 years old 57 years old
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Median Value of Housing Unit
Zipcode (02116)



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% Owning / % Renting 34% / 66% 58% / 42%
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1. The Newman School - 175 students - view location
2. Cathedral High School - 268 students - view location
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