The Newman School Top 10 · Highest Avg. ACT Score (MA)

Stoneleigh-Burnham School Top 19 · Highest Avg. SAT Score (MA)

The Cambridge School Of Weston Top 10 · Highest Avg. ACT Score (MA)

Home > Massachusetts > Average ACT Scores

Average Private High School ACT Scores in Massachusetts

The averageprivate high school ACT score in Massachusetts is 29 (2026).

The private high school in Massachusetts with the highest ACT score is Concord Academy, with an ACT score of 34.

Quick Facts (2026)

# MA Schools Ranked: 27
Top 20 Range (Avg ACT): 26–34
MA School Avg.: 28.8
National School Avg.: 25

Quick Facts (2026)

# MA Schools Ranked: 27
Top 20 Range (Avg ACT): 26–34
MA School Avg.: 28.8
National School Avg.: 25

Massachusetts Average ACT Score (Trends)

View Data

Year	Massachusetts (MA) avg
2025	29
2024	29
2023	29
2022	29
2021	29
2020	29
2019	28
2018	28
2017	28
2016	28
2015	28

Download Table: Download as CSV | Download as XML | Download as JSON

Note: Data may not be displayed on any public-facing website or service that replicates or resembles a school search or review portal without prior written permission. See our Terms of Service.

Show school map — Massachusetts (avg ACT range: 26–34, avg 28.8)

Act Score Range: 23 34 Avg. Act Score: 29

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Massachusetts average private high schools ACT score?

The Massachusetts average private high schools ACT score is 29 for 2026.

What are the private high schools with the highest ACT score in Massachusetts?

The top ranked private schools in Massachusetts include Concord Academy, Groton School and Middlesex School.

Recent Articles

August 25, 2026

Will This Curriculum Still Matter in 2035?

Learn how to evaluate future-ready private school curricula for 2035, focusing on durable knowledge, critical thinking, AI literacy, adaptability, communication, creativity, and real-world learning before choosing a school.

August 25, 2026

Private Schools for Creators, Trades & Startups

Explore how private schools support non-traditional career paths in creative industries, skilled trades, and entrepreneurship, plus what families should evaluate when choosing specialized programs for future-ready students today.

August 25, 2026

First 90 Days at Private School: Parent Guide

Learn how to read your child’s first 90 days at private school, distinguish healthy adjustment from genuine struggles, and know when academic, social, or emotional concerns require action.