Landmark High School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MA School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 2-12
Enrollment: 316 students
Yearly Tuition: $78,500
Acceptance rate: 30%
Average class size: 7 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Landmark High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 2-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Landmark High School
9	70
10	73
11	82
12	91

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia / Language-based learning differences

Year Founded

1971

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Mon. Jun 14, 2027

Campus Size

35 acres

School Motto

Different by Design

Student Body

Total Students

316 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

10%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

200 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

2:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

95%

Average Class Size

7 students

Average SAT score

1200

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

tidy shirts, pants, sweatshirts, sweaters

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other special emphasis association(s)
State or regional independent school association
New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA)
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$78,500

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Tuition Notes

Residential Tuition: $102800 No extra fees, no pullouts for academic support -- it\'s built into the literacy ecosystem. No additional charges are added for athletics, counseling, food, etc.

Summer Program Cost

$8,300

Summer Program Cost Notes

$10715 including boarding

% on Financial Aid

50%

Acceptance Rate

30%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Lisa Pelrine

Admissions Associate

Vanessa Quick

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$15 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

17 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

ClimbingCross Country

DanceGolf

LacrosseMountain Biking

SailingSoccer

SwimmingTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

WeightliftingWinter Track

Wrestling

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Colors

navy and gold

School Mascot

Viking

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

1. https://www.landmarkschool.org/high-school/student-life

Arts and Music Programs:

https://www.landmarkschool.org/high-school/arts-electives

Recreational Athletic Programs:

https://www.landmarkschool.org/high-school/athletics

School Notes

Landmark is a coeducational boarding and day school for students with language-based learning differences such as dyslexia, SLD in reading, or a disorder of written expression.
What distinguishes Landmark from other schools is its literacy ecosystem, with literacy taught in every class, with every teacher, every day from Algebra to tutorial and everything in between.
Faculty are experts in the field.
With a college preparatory high school, a middle school, and an elementary school, Landmark is one of the most comprehensive schools serving students with language-based learning disabilities in the United States.
Landmark accepts students in grades 2-12, who are curious, intelligent, motivated to learn, but need remedial help with reading, writing, spelling, listening, speaking, as well as mathematics.
Landmark also offers a Summer Program, which combines intensive, academic skill development with recreational activities.
A customized program is designed for each student to improve reading, writing, spelling, and executive function skills.
The Summer Program accepts students in grades 1-12 who have average to superior intelligence, healthy social and emotional well-being, and have been diagnosed with a language-based learning difference.
Situated on two beautiful campuses just 25 miles north of Boston, students take advantage of its North Shore location and its many cultural opportunities.

Founded in 1971, Landmark School is recognized as a leader in the field of serving students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences.
What distinguishes Landmark from other schools is its literacy ecosystem, with literacy taught in every class, with every teacher, every day-from Algebra to tutorial and everything in between.
Faculty are experts in the field.
Highly trained teachers with on-site Boston University/Wheelock Master's degree program
Emphasizing language and learning skills.
Executive functioning and life skills taught across all academic, extracurricular, and residential programming.
The boarding program offers a structured, supportive living and learning environment where students master self-advocacy, time management,social skills, and gain independence.
Recreation, competitive athletics, performing arts, visual and practical arts, technology, clubs, community service, and extracurricular activities are offered for all students.

Located just 30-miles from Boston and Logan International Airport.

Summer Programs for students grades 8-12 combine academic skill development with hands-on, outdoor activities.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Landmark High School cost?

Landmark High School's tuition is approximately $78,500 for private students and $8,300 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of Landmark High School?

The acceptance rate of Landmark High School is 30%, which is lower than the national average of 71%. Landmark High School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Massachusetts with low acceptance rates.

Does Landmark High School offer a summer program?

Yes, Landmark High School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Landmark High School offer?

Landmark High School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Landmark High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.

What is Landmark High School's ranking?

Landmark High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Most sports offered.

When is the application deadline for Landmark High School?

The application deadline for Landmark High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 5/5/2023

Graduated in 2018 this is number 1 hands down probably in the entire us. Amazing teachers and amazing people and experiences here.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Review

5 2/15/2023

I went to the landmark 1996-1999. It was the best experience. They have the support available to the students to help make them successful. I say help cause they will remind you as many times as it takes but they can`t make you want to be there. They offered trips into Boston on the weekends and movie nights. Living there is fun and helps set your child up to be ready to go away to college. If you are lucky enough to get this opportunity make sure to enjoy it. Landmark is an amazingly special place where you will make friends for life. I still talk to my best friend from the year I started there.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Katie

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The average private school tuition in Essex County, MA is $26,952 for elementary schools and $45,503 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Essex County, MA is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).