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Massachusetts Blue Ribbon Private High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 blue ribbon private high schools serving 1,190 students in Massachusetts.
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Massachusetts include Bishop Stang High School, Stoneleigh-Burnham School, and British International School Of Boston.
The average acceptance rate is 68%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private high school average acceptance rate of 63%.
33% of blue ribbon private high schools in Massachusetts are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3
  • # Students Served: 1,190

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3
  • # Students Served: 1,190

Top Ranked Massachusetts Blue Ribbon Private High Schools (2026-27)

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Stoneleigh-Burnham School
Gr: 7-12 | 140 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 17
All-girls
574 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 774-2711
(5)
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Bishop Stang High School
Gr: 9-12 | 528 students
Avg. class size: 19 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 33
Blue Ribbon year: 1996
Catholic
500 Slocum Road
North Dartmouth, MA 02747
(508) 441-0317
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British International School Of Boston
Gr: PK-12 | 522 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 12
Alternative School
416 Pond Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(617) 522-2261
(8)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Massachusetts?
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Massachusetts include Bishop Stang High School, Stoneleigh-Burnham School, and British International School Of Boston.
How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in Massachusetts?
3 blue ribbon private high schools are located in Massachusetts.
What percentage of blue ribbon private high schools are religiously affiliated in Massachusetts?
33% of blue ribbon private high schools in Massachusetts are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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