German International School Boston (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked MA School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 235 students
Yearly Tuition: $28,365
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

German International School Boston ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	German International School Boston
Pre-K	45
Kind	19
1	20
2	23
3	15
4	20
5	24
6	12
7	14
8	11
9	5
10	8
11	11
12	8

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

2001

Colors

and after-school programs."

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 25, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

235 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

55 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

98%

Average Class Size

14 students

List of Courses Offered

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Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$28,365

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies based on grade level and pickup time, ranging from $28,365 – $32,205

% on Financial Aid

12%

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Associate

Felix Read

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingCross Fit

Indoor SoccerRock Climbing

SoccerSwimming

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

GISB VolunteersTutoring Club

Arts and Music Programs:

After School Enrichment ProgramGISB Jazz Band

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Soccer TeamUltimate Frisbee Club

Volleyball

School Notes

German International School Boston is a leading German-American international school that develops bilingual, academically versatile students into confident, compassionate global citizens.

School Mascot: Bruno The Bobcat

Our Mission

German International School Boston(GISB) inspires students to become bilingual, globally minded citizens who learn with purpose, act with responsibility, and lead with compassion.Grounded in a broad yet interconnected German-American dual-degree educationand enriched through our multicultural community, GISB empowers students to thriveand pursue their aspirations in the U.S., Germany, and abroad.

Core Values

Core values shape our students' academic and social behaviors and define who we are as a community.

Global Mindset
Anchored in Boston's science and tech ecosystems, we value intellectual curiosity, cross-cultural understanding, and the confidence to explore new frontiers. Rooted in compassion and ethical responsibility, our graduates are empowered to lead and contribute thoughtfully to diverse local and global communities.

Bilingual Excellence
We believe speaking more than one language opens doors-to new people, cultures, and ways of thinking. Our students become confident communicators in German, English and other languages who connect across cultures with respect and understanding, while building empathy, flexibility, and a broader view of the world.

Love of Learning
Learning sparks curiosity and joy. Our students are encouraged to ask questions, explore their interests, and embrace challenges as part of their journey to help them succeed. They grow into thoughtful, curious individuals who take pride in learning-not just in school, but throughout their lives.

Strong Community
A strong and diverse community of families, teachers, and staff is the foundation of GISB. Our students build lifelong friendships, look out for one another, and learn to act with respect, empathy and care. We celebrate successes together and share the burden of challenges.

Responsible Leadership
Leadership starts with caring about others and having the courage to do what's right. Our students learn to take initiative, support those around them, and lead by example in everyday moments. They grow into people who take responsibility, make thoughtful choices, and help their communities thrive.

Skills & Competencies

Skills and Competencies describe what our students carry with them into the world.

International Awareness

To educate global citizens to flourish anywhere in the world
To challenge students to explore new frontiers
To nurture multicultural curiosity and compassion
To empower students to lead and contribute responsibly to a diverse environment

Bilingualism

To enable native fluency in English and German for all our students
To instill cultural mindfulness, social confidence, and cognitive flexibility through multilingualism.
To broaden students' horizons by learning additional languages
To create expanded career opportunities in an increasingly interconnected world

Academic Excellence

To prepare our students to thrive at U.S., German, and international universities
To inspire curiosity, imagination, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning
To ignite each student's intellectual and creative potential across all STEAM subjects
To embolden students to explore the world through cross-disciplinary studies

Community Building

To equip students to build communities that learn, grow, and thrive together
To foster the appreciation of diversity of individuals, perspectives, and backgrounds
To encourage students to celebrate successes and share the burden of challenges together

Principled Leadership

To teach students to take initiative and lead by example
To cultivate the courage and integrity to do what is right
To nurture responsibility, sound judgment, and care for others

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does German International School Boston cost?

German International School Boston's tuition is approximately $28,365 for private students and $560 for summer students.

What schools are German International School Boston often compared to?

German International School Boston is often viewed alongside schools like Buckingham Browne & Nichols School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of German International School Boston?

The acceptance rate of German International School Boston is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.

What sports does German International School Boston offer?

German International School Boston offers 8 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Cross Fit, Indoor Soccer, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Swimming, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.

What is German International School Boston's ranking?

German International School Boston ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for German International School Boston?

The application deadline for German International School Boston is Feb. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (5 reviews)

5 5/17/2016

What attracted us to the GISB were high teaching standards, emphasis on independent and group learning, as well as the opportunity to obtain American and international diplomas. Beyond that, we want our children to grow up in a multicultural setting where they interact with innovative, cosmopolitan role models every day. It's a creative learning environment that is establishing a great track record.

- Posted by Parent - katve

5 7/24/2015

We moved to Boston a year ago. Coming from Germany with experience in the rigid school system of Bavaria we were very pleased with the multi-cultural environment at GISB. Small class sizes where every kid gets a high level of attention and individualized support helped our teenager son to make a smooth transition within short time. Maybe more importantly, he quickly became part of the community and likes going to GISB a lot. We perceive the quality of teaching as very good. The kids have a tough schedule but are carefully guided. The approach of the school is exceptional and training is focused to grow kids with personality and skills that will help them to meet the challenges of a globalized world. Getting bi-lingual education and training in two additional languages is definitely a plus. Not to forget the Deutsches Abitur and the US High School Diploma. Of course there is always something you would like to improve. However, the community is strong, involved and committed and the cooperation with the school administration very close. In summary: We are very happy with the decision we made and would encourage everyone interested to have a closer look at this school.

- Posted by Parent - ebers

5 7/24/2015

We enrolled our oldest daughter at the GISB seven years ago, back then there were 74 students enrolled. Since then we have seen the student body grow more than twice its size, we have seen the school extend to 12th grade (the first DIAP - Deutsche Internationale Abiturpruefung - was written last year ), saw it awarded the title of "Excellent German School Abroad" (exzellente deutsche Auslandsschule) by the Bund-Lander-Inspection and most important of all, we see our daughter, our son and now since fall 2012 our little one thrive at this school. Not only academically, but also in terms of self confidence and social intelligence. The teachers are young and motivated, the principal does not only have visions but really pulls through with them and the atmosphere is always friendly and like a big family. Our kids love this school and so do we.

- Posted by Parent - kirst

5 7/24/2015

Our children are attending the German International School and so far, we are very pleased with the academic program and the culture of the school. GISB is a unique school offering a bilingual education in German and English, and is one of only 140 "German Schools Abroad" that are supported by the German government. Notably, GISB has received an award of excellence from the German government! The school curriculum and educational philosophy are sometimes difficult to appreciate by some parents coming from a non-European background, but there are many families of various backgrounds who are highly satisfied with the school. So far, our children are very happy at the school and are developing as self-reliant learners and confident individuals. The school has a close-knit parent community and there are plenty of opportunities to interact with other parents, teachers, and administrators through participation in social and academic events. At any given year, GISB students can represent over 15 nationalities, and our young children are already aware of cultural, religious, and ethnic diversities, and are being trained as global citizens. Like any other school, GISB will not fulfill the needs of every parent and every student, but it is a perfect school for our family.

- Posted by Parent - karis

5 7/24/2015

Both my husband and I are German but both our kids were born here. Our older child has been going to the Vorschule (Kindergarten) for 8 months now and it has been a great experience for all of us. Her German has improved tremendously. Despite the less rigorous curriculum compared to public school Kindergarten, she is learning to read, write and do math but with a healthy dose of self-motivation while still being given ample time to follow her creativity and imagination. It is also great to have such a tight school community where parents and teachers support each other and parents can have an influence on the development of the school if they want to.

- Posted by Parent - almut

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The average private school tuition in Boston, MA is $33,082 for elementary schools and $40,580 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Boston, MA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).