About the School
- At Douglass Ridley, we honor children as capable, curious, and creative, and value their diversity as individuals.
- Our mission is to create the conditions for collective curiosity to drive inquiry and exploration.
- Our students develop critical thinking skills, empathy and a deep sense of agency and connectedness, to work towards a better humanity for all.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Yearly Tuition: $35,000
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Facts
Student Body
Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 31%
Academic Profile
Average Class Size
18 students
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$35,000
% on Financial Aid
75%
Admissions Director
Courtney Swartz
School Notes
- Based in the Reggio Emilia philosophy and honoring the legacies of Frederick Douglass and Florida Ruffin Ridley, learning at the Douglass Ridley School is a collaborative and dynamic process that honors the natural curiosities and interests of children. We believe that when students have a voice in their learning, they develop a deep sense of ownership, agency, and joy in discovery. Our students leave us empowered to make sense of the world—and prepared with all of the skills necessary to make a difference within it.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Douglass Ridley School cost?
Douglass Ridley School's tuition is approximately $35,000 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Douglass Ridley School?
The application deadline for Douglass Ridley School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Douglass Ridley School located?
Douglass Ridley School is located in the Longwood Medical and Academic Area neighborhood of Boston, MA. There are 1 other private schools located in Longwood Medical and Academic Area.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Douglass Ridley School is Winsor School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center (0.0 miles away)
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Gr: Inquire with school | 19 students
Alternative School
814 S St
Roslindale, MA 02131
(617) 423-2266
Gr: NS-K | 80 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
477 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 739-6455
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 471 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 12
All-girls
103 Pilgrim Road
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 735-9503
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 103 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 8
Specialized Curriculum
54 Brookside Avenue
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(617) 277-1118
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 51 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 3
Special Education School
200 Ivy Street
Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 732-0220
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 471 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 12
All-girls
103 Pilgrim Road
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 735-9503
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 103 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 8
Specialized Curriculum
54 Brookside Avenue
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(617) 277-1118
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 51 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 3
Special Education School
200 Ivy Street
Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 732-0220
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 233 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 18 | Extracurriculars: 22
Specialized Curriculum
One University Road
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 353-9000
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: 2-10 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Special Education School
53 Parker Hill Ave
Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
(617) 278-8390
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 471 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 12
All-girls
103 Pilgrim Road
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 735-9503
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 103 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 8
Specialized Curriculum
54 Brookside Avenue
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(617) 277-1118
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-7 | 148 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Jewish
9 Prescott St
Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 731-5330
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 265 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 1
Catholic
67 Harvard St
Brookline, MA 02445
(617) 566-7184
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: 2-10 | 100 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Special Education School
53 Parker Hill Ave
Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
(617) 278-8390
Gr: NS-K | 80 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
477 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 739-6455
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-7 | 148 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Jewish
9 Prescott St
Brookline, MA 02446
(617) 731-5330
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-8 | 265 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 2 | Extracurriculars: 1
Catholic
67 Harvard St
Brookline, MA 02445
(617) 566-7184
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 237 students
Catholic
94 Saint Alphonsus St
Roxbury Crossing, MA 02120
(617) 442-2660
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: PK-5 | 104 students
Alternative School
28 Highland Avenue
Roxbury, MA 02119
(617) 445-6969
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
628 Washington Street
Franklin, MA 02038
(508) 541-2140
Franklin, MA 02038
(508) 541-2140
9464.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 321 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Remington Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
628 Washington Street
Franklin, MA 02038
(508) 541-2130
Franklin, MA 02038
(508) 541-2130
9464.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 358 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Bellingham Memorial School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
130 Blackstone Street
Bellingham, MA 02019
(508) 883-2330
Bellingham, MA 02019
(508) 883-2330
9464.2 miles
Gr: 4-7 | 586 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Bellingham High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
60 Blackstone Street
Bellingham, MA 02019
(508) 966-3761
Bellingham, MA 02019
(508) 966-3761
9464.3 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 740 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Parmenter
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
235 Wachusett Street
Franklin, MA 02038
(508) 541-5281
Franklin, MA 02038
(508) 541-5281
9464.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 309 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
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