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The Learning Project Elementary School

The Learning Project is a small elementary school, grades K-6, centrally located in the heart of Boston.
We believe in nurturing students' academic and personal growth and encouraging the joy and creativity within each child.
We offer a lower-than-average tuition and generous financial assistance, so a family's ability to pay should never be a barrier to applying to or attending The LP.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 118 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $30,200
  • Acceptance rate: 22%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Learning Project Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
118 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
The Learning Project Elementary School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
Average Class Size
18 students
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $$25,500 in kindergarten to $$25,900 in sixth grade.
% on Financial Aid
22%
Acceptance Rate
22%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Sasha Zuflacht
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Motto: The LP Way
  • The Learning Project is located in the Back Bay of Boston, a block from the Clarendon Street Playground, the school's "playyard;" five blocks from the Boston Public Library Main Branch--the school's "library;" and five blocks from the Copley Square T station.
  • The school is committed to keeping its tuition relatively low and has a robust financial assistance program. Both are reflections of a strong commitment to socio-economic diversity.
  • Separate Subject Teachers work with each class several times a week in art, music, physical education, social emotional learning, Spanish and science.
  • Guided by a commitment to teaching in the "workshop model", the school's faculty challenges every child to do his or her personal best.
  • A formal core values/character education program has always been a centerpiece of the school.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Learning Project Elementary School cost?
The Learning Project Elementary School's tuition is approximately $30,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Learning Project Elementary School?
The acceptance rate of The Learning Project Elementary School is 22%, which is lower than the national average of 71%. The Learning Project Elementary School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Massachusetts with low acceptance rates.
What is The Learning Project Elementary School's ranking?
The Learning Project Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for The Learning Project Elementary School?
The application deadline for The Learning Project Elementary School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is The Learning Project Elementary School located?
The Learning Project Elementary School is located in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, MA. There are 4 other private schools located in Back Bay.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 118 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $30,200
  • Acceptance rate: 22%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Boston, MA is $31,388 for elementary schools and $41,992 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Boston, MA is 63% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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