Commonwealth School
Tel:
(617)266-7525
- Commonwealth School'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.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 140 students
- Yearly Tuition: $45,848
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
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Commonwealth School places among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
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- Affordability Least expensive tuition
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| Year Founded | 1957 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 140 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 47% State avg.: 21% |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 34 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 4:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 79% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 16 courses |
| Advanced Courses | Ab, Biology, Calculus, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Programing, Economics, English, French, Introduction to Organic Chemistry (Chem 3), Latin, Modern European History, Music theory, Physics, Software Engineering, Spanish, Theoretical Calcul, US History |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $45,848 |
| Tuition Notes | Additional fees of $1,971 |
| % on Financial Aid | 30% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $29,443 |
| Admissions Director | Carrie Healy |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 8 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Sailing, Soccer, Squash, Ultimate FrisbeeBasketball, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Sailing, Soccer, Squash, Ultimate Frisbee, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 15 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Chess Team, Commonwealth Cares (community service), Debate team, Diversity Committee, Dungeons and Dragons Club, Environmental Club, Literary Magazine, Model UN, Robotics Club, Science Team, Yearbook Arts and Music Programs: Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra Recreational Athletic Programs: Fitness, Yoga |
School Notes
- 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 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.
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