Blessed Stephen Bellesini OSA Academy

94 Bradford St
Lawrence, MA 01840

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Blessed Stephen Bellesini, O.S.A. Academy is an independent Catholic middle school dedicated to providing a quality scholarship education to boys and girls from limited financial means living in Lawrence. The mission of the school is to provide an academically challenging and highly structured environment that develops the potential for each student to succeed in competitive secondary schools and colleges.

Our goal is to graduate students at grade level or above, prepared for a college preparatory curriculum on scholarship.

Quick Stats (2023)

Grades: 5-8
Enrollment: 120 students
Acceptance rate: 45%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Apr. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Blessed Stephen Bellesini OSA Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 5-8

Year Founded

2002

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

120 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 28%

Students by Grade

Blessed Stephen Bellesini OSA Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

15 students

Advanced Courses

Math

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Apr. 15 / rolling

Tuition Notes

Tuition-Free School

Acceptance Rate

45%

National avg.: 85%

Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Flag Football, Freestyle Skiing, Lacrosse, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field, Volleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Academic Bowl, Art, Chess Club, Community Service Club, Debate Club, Drama Club, Geography Club, Improv Club, Music, Science Club

Club or Organization:
Robotics

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Blessed Stephen Bellesini OSA Academy?

The acceptance rate of Blessed Stephen Bellesini OSA Academy is 45%, which is lower than the national average of 71%.

What sports does Blessed Stephen Bellesini OSA Academy offer?

Blessed Stephen Bellesini OSA Academy offers 16 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Flag Football, Freestyle Skiing, Lacrosse, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball. Blessed Stephen Bellesini OSA Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Blessed Stephen Bellesini OSA Academy?

The application deadline for Blessed Stephen Bellesini OSA Academy is Apr. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Apr. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Stats (2023)

Grades: 5-8
Enrollment: 120 students
Acceptance rate: 45%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Apr. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Essex County, MA is $26,052 for elementary schools and $40,638 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Essex County, MA is 66% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).