Lawrence Academy (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 379 students
Yearly Tuition: $65,500
Acceptance rate: 30%
Average class size: 13 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15
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Lawrence Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Lawrence Academy
9	69
10	86
11	101
12	123

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Executive Functioning, ESL

Year Founded

1793

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Sun. May 30, 2027

Campus Size

140 acres

School Motto

Omnibus Lucet: The light shines for all.

Student Body

Total Students

379 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

70 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

13 students

Average SAT score

1153

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

16 courses

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

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

Yearly Tuition Cost

$65,500

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Tuition Notes

Boarding tuition is $80900

% on Financial Aid

29%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$42,653

Acceptance Rate

30%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Mike Polsonetti

Admissions Associate

Sara Gillis

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$50 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

21 sports

Colors

Blue, Red

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

32 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

A/V ClubAdmissions Tour Guides

Art for AllBusiness Club

Club 1899Community Service Advisory Board

Consortium (Literary Magazine)Debate Club

Did Jew Know (Religious Club)Environmental Sustainability Council

GSA (Gender Sexuality Alliance)LA Embassy

Men's ClubMoral Courage Task Force

PAWsitive VibesRise Against Hunger

S[Hair]Spartan Leaders (Residential Life, New Students, International Students)

Student Government - Executive BoardStudent Government - Faculty-Student Senate

Student Government - Judiciary CouncilStudent Government Committees (Community Life, Food, Special Events, AAA-Academics, Arts & Athletics)

The Lawrencian (Yearbook)The Politics Club

Umoja (Unity)Yard Games Club

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Arts and Music Programs:

LA SingersLawrencian Chorale

Performing Artists SeriesPrivate Vocal or Instrumental Instruction

Spring One Act Play FestivalTechnical Theater

School Notes

Lawrence Academy, an independent day and boarding school for students in grades 9 through 12, is located in Groton, Mass.
Our community welcomes 415 boarding and day students and prides itself on a warm, welcoming, and compassionate culture.
Our mission focuses on recognizing students for who they are, inspiring them to take responsibility for who they want to become, supporting them as they learn, and empowering them to take action for the greater good.
Individualized learning and empowerment is a cornerstone of our program, a focus that extends beyond the classroom to athletics, the arts, clubs, community service, and experiential learning (via our Winterim program).
Skilled at "teaching for understanding," faculty use innovative methods to help students learn in the way best suited for them.
Each day, our Advisory system uses student interests, needs, and passions to help build pathways to individual goals and aspirations.
We seek to see students grow in knowledge, confidence, and empathy, making meaningful contributions to the world once they leave our campus.

Lawrence Academy embraces an individualized approach to learning in a highly collaborative community of 415 boarding and day students. LA features a balanced academic program of intellectual development, self-discovery, wellness, and a desire to serve the greater good. Our curriculum is supported by LA's advisory program; daily meetings between adults and a group of 4-8 students. In the classroom, faculty teach students how to think, not what to think, and commit to recognizing, inspiring, supporting, and empowering students as learners and as people. For students seeking additional support, LA offers a Learning Support program to help students acquire the skills necessary to succeed in the LA classroom. LA's two-week experiential education program, takes students outside the classroom. Science excursions to the Galapagos Islands, volunteering at a refugee camp in Greece, or exploring the legal system in Boston and Washington, D.C., are just a few of Winterim's opportunities. Co-curricular activities are key to the LA experience. In our arts program, our Dance students are mainstays at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, while the LA Singers frequently grace the stage at Carnegie Hall. Young performers have a variety of music-focused courses, several vocal and instrumental performance groups and lessons available to them at Lawrence Academy. In addition to these on-campus offerings, Spartans are also encouraged to venture off campus for instrumental music studies at the nearby Groton Hill Music Center. Athletically, LA Spartans compete in the Independent School League and our student-athletes often move on to compete on NCAA squads. Clubs, diversity groups, and leadership roles of nearly every ilk also encourage students to develop in confidence and character.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Tim Armstrong - AOL Chairman and CEO
- Dana Messina - CEO and Owner of Steinway Piano
- Audrey McNiff - Managing Director at Goldman Sachs
- Page McConnell - Keyboard Player for Phish
- Steve Heinze - '88 Olympian in Men's Hockey and Former NHL player for Boston Bruins and LA Kings
- Laurie Baker - Three time Olympian in women's hockey
- Antoine Wright - NBA player for Dallas Mavericks
- Tyler Beede - Player for the San Francisco Giants

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Lawrence Academy cost?

Lawrence Academy's tuition is approximately $65,500 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Lawrence Academy?

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

Who are famous alumni from Lawrence Academy?

Lawrence Academy famous alumni include: Tim Armstrong, Dana Messina, Audrey McNiff, Page McConnell, Steve Heinze, Laurie Baker, Antoine Wright and Tyler Beede.

What sports does Lawrence Academy offer?

Lawrence Academy offers 21 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Field Hockey, Football, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Snowboarding, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Lawrence Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.

What is Lawrence Academy's ranking?

Lawrence Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Lawrence Academy?

The application deadline for Lawrence Academy is Jan. 15.

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

My son is at Lawrence and we couldn't be happier. Very supportive environment, caring teachers and accepting student body. My son is not involved in sports at all, is a member of the computer club but has still found friends and acceptance at this school. Very helpful advisors and rigorous academic program.

- Posted by Parent - oyvey

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The average private school tuition in Middlesex County, MA is $29,039 for elementary schools and $49,609 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Middlesex County, MA is 61% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).