Dana Hall School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MA School
Grades: 5-12
Enrollment: 441 students
Yearly Tuition: $65,765
Acceptance rate: 40%
Average class size: 12 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

Upcoming Events and News

Building the Next Generation of Female Founders - 07/21/2026
The Girls Summer Entrepreneurship Program (GSEP) returned to campus June 15-18, with 15 rising juniors and seniors taking part in the program.
Amy Tiberio joins Dana Hall as the new Director of Enrollment Management - 07/21/2026
Dana Hall School welcomes Dr. Amy Tiberio as the new Director of Enrollment Management.

School Rankings

Dana Hall School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

Grades Offered

Grades 5-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Dana Hall School
5	10
6	26
7	45
8	45
9	75
10	83
11	83
12	74

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Year Founded

1881

Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 4, 2027

Campus Size

55 acres

School Motto

Amor Caritas (Love and Charity)

Student Body

Total Students

441 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

35%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

65 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

85%

Average Class Size

12 students

Average SAT score

1400

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Computer ScienceAP English Language and Composition

AP English LiteratureAP European History

AP French LanguageAP Physics C (Mechanics)

AP Spanish LanguageAP Spanish Literature

AP StatisticsAP Studio Art

AP U.S. History

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$65,765

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Tuition Notes

$79925 (Boarding)

% on Financial Aid

24%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$56,108

Acceptance Rate

40%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Amy Tiberio

Admissions Associate

Elizabeth Connelly

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$120 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

16 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

DanceDiving

EquestrianFencing

Field HockeyIce Hockey

LacrosseRock Climbing

SoccerSoftball

SquashSwimming

TennisVolleyball

Colors

White, Blue

School Mascot

Dragons

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

36 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Big Sister / Little SisterBlue Key

Bridge (gay/straight alliance)Captain's Club

Community Service Advisory BoardDisciplinary Committee

FOCUS (Yearbook)FUSION (Christianity Club)

Girl Up (Social Justice)Green Action Committee (Environmental Sustainability)

International Student AssociationKesher (Jewish Affinity)

Model U.N.Neurodiversity Affinity Group

Peer EducationProctors

Salaam (Muslim Affinity Group)SHADEs (Multicultural Awareness)

Star Club (Philanthropy)Student Activities Committee

Student CouncilStudent Publications: (Mirage, Focus and Hallmanac)

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Arts and Music Programs:

Chamber SingersChorus

Dana Hall School of Music: Instrumental lessonsDance

Dance Fitness: Hip-hopGospel Choir

musical theatretap

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Life Guarding CertificationRiding

Rock ClimbingStrength and Conditioning

SwimmingYoga

School Notes

Audacious since 1881, Dana Hall School has always been dedicated to providing the vigorous education that every girl deserves-one that`s academically ambitious, rich with opportunity, and fiercely empowering.

Dana Hall School is unlike any other learning environment a girl will ever experience. We`re a school where students tackle demanding coursework and high academic expectations with joy, enthusiasm, and genuine curiosity. A place where girls take the lead in every classroom, on every stage, and on every sports field. We cultivate an environment in which students feel free to discover, become, and express exactly who they are.
At Dana Hall, we believe that academic excellence is best realized in girls whose social and emotional needs are equally considered with their intellect. Here, girls have a rare opportunity to explore-fully and without reserve-every aspect of who they are. Their true interests, nascent talents, bold ambitions, and leadership qualities. What ignites their curiosity, moves their hearts, and gives them purpose. Since 1881, our students` undeniable success-at Dana Hall, in college, and in the world-has borne out the wisdom of our educational philosophy.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Margaret Wise Brown, 1928 - Author of children's books
- Ginny Gilder, 1976 - Olympic Medalist, Philanthropist, Co-owner of the WNBA Seattle Storm
- Latanya Arvette Sweeney, 1977 - Computer scientist, 2010 Dana Hall Distinguished Alumna Award recipient
- Cynthia (Irving) Voigt, 1959 - Author of young adult books

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dana Hall School cost?

Dana Hall School's tuition is approximately $65,765 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Dana Hall School?

The acceptance rate of Dana Hall School is 40%, which is lower than the national average of 71%.

Who are famous alumni from Dana Hall School?

Dana Hall School famous alumni include: Margaret Wise Brown, 1928, Ginny Gilder, 1976, Latanya Arvette Sweeney, 1977 and Cynthia (Irving) Voigt, 1959.

What sports does Dana Hall School offer?

Dana Hall School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Equestrian, Fencing, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis and Volleyball. Dana Hall School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.

What is Dana Hall School's ranking?

Dana Hall School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Dana Hall School?

The application deadline for Dana Hall School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Norfolk County, MA is $30,816 for elementary schools and $39,422 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Norfolk County, MA is 65% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).