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Most Selective Private Elementary Schools in Massachusetts

Name: Massachusetts Average Acceptance Rate Trends (Elementary)
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The average private elementary school acceptance rate in Massachusetts is 74% 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: 104
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 7%–50%
MA School Avg.: 72%
National School Avg.: 87%

Quick Facts (26-27)

# MA Schools Ranked: 104
Top 20 Range (Acceptance Rate): 7%–50%
MA School Avg.: 72%
National School Avg.: 87%

Massachusetts Average Acceptance Rate (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

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

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Year	National avg	Massachusetts (MA) avg
2025	85%	72% (▲ 1 pp)
2024	85%	71% (▼ 2 pp)
2023	85%	73% (— 0 pp)
2022	85%	73% (▼ 2 pp)
2021	86%	75% (▲ 1 pp)
2020	86%	74% (— 0 pp)
2019	85%	74% (▲ 1 pp)
2018	85%	73% (▼ 1 pp)
2017	86%	74% (▲ 2 pp)
2016	85%	72% (▲ 1 pp)
2015	86%	71%

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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%–50%, avg 72%)

Acceptance Rate Range: 7% 65% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Massachusetts average private elementary schools acceptance rate?

The Massachusetts average private elementary schools acceptance rate is 74% for 2026-27.

What are the most selective private elementary schools in Massachusetts?

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

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