School Overview: |
Commonwealth School
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| School Membership(s) | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| Year Founded | 1958 | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 150 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
| % Students of Color | 25% (MA School Avg.: 24%) | |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 35 teachers | |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 (National school avg.: 13:1) | |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 84% | |
| Average Class Size | 12 students | |
| Number of AP Courses | 16 courses | |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses | |
Advanced Courses
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| English | Modern European History | |
| US History | French | |
| Latin | Spanish | |
| Economics | Music theory | |
| Biology | Chemistry | |
| Physics | Introduction to Organic Chemistry (Chem 3) | |
| Computer Programing | Software Engineering | |
| Calculus | Ab | |
| Calculus BC | Theoretical Calcul | |
| Average SAT score | 725 | |
| Matriculation Data | Link to Matriculation Data | |
| Classroom dress code | Casual | |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $36,169 | |
| Tuition Notes | $36,169 is the total cost of attending. There are no additional fees. | |
| % on Financial Aid | 33% | |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $22,456 | |
| Acceptance Rate | 40% | |
| Admissions Director | Helene Carter | |
| Admissions Associate | Robyn Gibson | |
| Sports | ||
| Total Sports Offered | 10 sports | |
Sports
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| Ballet | Baseball | |
| Basketball | Cross Country | |
| Dance | Fencing | |
| Sailing | Soccer | |
| Squash | Ultimate Frisbee | |
| Extracurriculars | ||
| Total Extracurriculars | 13 extracurriculars | |
Extracurriculars
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| Amnesty International | Chess Team | |
| Commonwealth Cares (community service) | Current Events | |
| Debate team | Diversity Committee | |
| Environmental Club | Improv Club | |
| Literary Magazine | Model UN | |
| Outdoors Club | Science Team | |
| Yearbook | ||
Commonwealth'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: 08/03/2011
View all schools in: Boston, Suffolk County, Zip 02116
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