St. John's Preparatory School Photo - St. John's Prep, built on the Xaverian values of compassion, humility, simplicity, trust and zeal.

Best Danvers Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 private elementary schools serving 1,730 students in Danvers, MA.
The top ranked private elementary school in Danvers, MA is St. John's Preparatory School.
The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private elementary school average acceptance rate of 73%.
75% of private elementary schools in Danvers, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Danvers Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
St. John's Preparatory School
St. John's Preparatory School Photo - St. John's Prep, built on the Xaverian values of compassion, humility, simplicity, trust and zeal.
All-boys (Catholic)
(5)
72 Spring Street
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-1301
Gr: 6-12 | 1,430 student Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 24 | Extracurrculars: 58 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Plumfield Academy
Plumfield Academy Photo - Small groups are the norm at Plumfield. Students have quality time with a loving tutor and several peers for math and language arts during each day.
Alternative School (Christian)
(2)
123 Dayton Street
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 304-0273
Gr: 1-8 | 24 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary Of The Annunciation School
(Catholic)
(3)
14 Otis Street
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 774-0307
Gr: PK-8 | 234 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Stepping Stones Nursery School
Daycare / Preschool
46 Cherry St
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 777-9370
Gr: K-1 | 42 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Danvers, MA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Danvers, MA is St. John's Preparatory School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Danvers?
4 private elementary schools are located in Danvers.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Danvers?
75% of private elementary schools in Danvers are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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