East Boston Central Catholic School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 186 students
Acceptance rate: 88%
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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East Boston Central Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	East Boston Central Catholic School
Pre-K	30
Kind	19
1	16
2	16
3	7
4	18
5	28
6	14
7	13
8	25

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Year Founded

1974

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Student Body

Total Students

186 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

72%

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

12 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

16:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

18 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Acceptance Rate

88%

National avg.: 82%

School Notes

East Boston Central Catholic School is committed to strong basic skills development within a solid Christian Framework.
The curriculum at all times is geared to foster the growth of individual self-worth; to develop a love and commitment to our faith; to encourage knowledge and pride in one's heritage; to develop an appreciation and respect for cultural diversities; and to develop a commitment of service to others.
East Boston Central Catholic School rests on a foundation of Christian beliefs.
The philosophy of the school reflects the values and ideals of all those who have a vital part in the growth, development, and life of the school.
The effectiveness of its philosophy is measured by the attitudes, behavior, and daily living of the students, parents, and faculty who have assimilated it.
The philosophy of the school stresses the need for “community among people” as a basic strategy for students and faculty to value in coping with the perplexities and decisions of an ever-changing society.

East Boston Central Catholic School is committed to strong basic skills development within a solid Christian Framework.
The curriculum at all times is geared to foster the growth of individual self-worth; to develop a love and commitment to our faith; to encourage knowledge and pride in one's heritage; to develop an appreciation and respect for cultural diversities; and to develop a commitment of service to others.
East Boston Central Catholic School rests on a foundation of Christian beliefs.
The philosophy of the school reflects the values and ideals of all those who have a vital part in the growth, development, and life of the school.
The effectiveness of its philosophy is measured by the attitudes, behavior, and daily living of the students, parents, and faculty who have assimilated it.
The philosophy of the school stresses the need for “community among people” as a basic strategy for students and faculty to value in coping with the perplexities and decisions of an ever-changing society.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The application deadline for East Boston Central Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Suffolk County, MA is $20,891 for elementary schools and $27,234 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Suffolk County, MA is 77% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).