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Best Back Bay Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private schools serving 886 students in the neighborhood of Back Bay, Boston, MA.
The top ranked private schools in Back Bay include Kingsley Montessori School, The Learning Project Elementary School, and The Newman School.
The average acceptance rate is 36%, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 73%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked Back Bay Private Schools (2026-27)

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Commonwealth School
Gr: 9-12 | 164 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 45
151 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 266-7525
(1)
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Kingsley Montessori School
Gr: NS-6 | 301 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 14
Montessori School
26 Exeter Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 226-4927
(3)
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The Newman School
Gr: 7-12 | 249 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 16
247 Marlborough Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-4530
(4)
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The Learning Project Elementary School
Gr: K-6 | 118 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
107 Marlborough Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 266-8427
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John Winthrop School
Gr: NS-PK | 54 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Daycare / Preschool
66 Marlborough St
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-7159
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Back Bay, Boston, MA?
The top ranked private schools in the neighborhood of Back Bay, Boston, MA include Kingsley Montessori School, The Learning Project Elementary School, and The Newman School.
How many private schools are located in the neighborhood of Back Bay, Boston?
5 private schools are located in the neighborhood of Back Bay, Boston.
How diverse are private schools in the neighborhood of Back Bay, Boston?
the neighborhood of Back Bay, Boston private schools are approximately 34% minority students, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average of 32%.

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