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Most Selective Private Schools in Massachusetts

Name: Massachusetts Average Acceptance Rate Trends (All Private Schools)
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The average private school acceptance rate in Massachusetts is 70% per year (2026-27).

The most selective school in Massachusetts is Dearborn Academy, with an acceptance rate of 7%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# MA Schools Ranked: 137
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 7%–32%
MA School Avg.: 70%
National School Avg.: 88%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# MA Schools Ranked: 137
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 7%–32%
MA School Avg.: 70%
National School Avg.: 88%

Massachusetts Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data

Total Growth: +0.0% (+0% since 2016)

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Year	National avg	Massachusetts (MA) avg
2025	85%	70% (— 0 pp)
2024	85%	70% (▼ 1 pp)
2023	85%	71% (▲ 1 pp)
2022	85%	70% (▼ 1 pp)
2021	85%	71% (— 0 pp)
2020	85%	71% (— 0 pp)
2019	85%	71% (— 0 pp)
2018	85%	71% (— 0 pp)
2017	85%	71% (▲ 1 pp)
2016	85%	70% (▲ 1 pp)
2015	85%	69% (▲ 3 pp)
2013	85%	66% (— 0 pp)
2012	85%	66%

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Show school map — Massachusetts (acceptance rate range: 7%–32%, avg 70%)

Acceptance Rate Range: 7% 50% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 32%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Massachusetts average private schools acceptance rate?

The Massachusetts average private schools acceptance rate is 70% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private schools in Massachusetts?

The top ranked private schools in Massachusetts include Dearborn Academy, Groton School and Deerfield Academy.

What is the most selective high school and elementary school in Massachusetts?

The most selective private high school in Massachusetts is Dearborn Academy, with an acceptance rate of 7%. The most selective private elementary school is Dearborn Academy, with an acceptance rate of 7%.

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