Catholic Memorial Top 25 · Highest % Faculty w/ Adv. Degrees (MA)

Archbishop Williams High School Top 25 · Highest Avg. ACT Score (MA)

Bishop Fenwick High School Top 24 · Most AP Courses (MA)

Home > Massachusetts

Best Massachusetts Catholic Private High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 43 catholic private high schools serving 19,652 students in Massachusetts. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in Massachusetts.

The catholic private high schools in Massachusetts include Catholic Memorial, Notre Dame Academy, and Newton Country Day School.

The average tuition cost is $20,080, which is lower than the Massachusetts private high school average tuition cost of $40,847.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 43
# Students Served: 19,652

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# Private Schools: 43
# Students Served: 19,652

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked catholic private high schools in Massachusetts?

The catholic private high schools in Massachusetts include Catholic Memorial, Notre Dame Academy, and Newton Country Day School.

How many catholic private high schools are located in Massachusetts?

43 catholic private high schools are located in Massachusetts.

How much do catholic private high schools cost in Massachusetts?

The average tuition cost is $20,080, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average tuition cost of $40,847.

How diverse are catholic private high schools in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts catholic private high schools are approximately 24% minority students, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average of 28%.

Massachusetts Catholic Private High Schools Trends

Private Schools

19,652

Students

$20,080

Avg. Tuition

24%

Students of Color

11:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Recent Articles

September 08, 2026

When Your Child Outpaces the Private School Curriculum

Learn what parents can do when a child finishes private school coursework early, including acceleration, curriculum compacting, advanced classes, enrichment, and signs the school needs a new plan.

September 08, 2026

How Much Teacher Access Does Your Child Get?

Learn how to evaluate teacher access at private schools, including extra-help time, advising, communication, academic support, and the questions families should ask before choosing a school today.

September 08, 2026

When a Private School Teacher Leaves Midyear

When a private school teacher leaves midyear, parents need clear answers. Learn what schools should do, what children may experience, and when a departure signals deeper concerns.