For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,217 students in 02122, MA (there are 7 public schools, serving 3,141 public students). 28% of all K-12 students in 02122, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in 02122, MA is St. John Paul Ii Catholic Acad.-regional Office.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 71%.
67% of private schools in 02122, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 02122 Massachusetts Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2200 Dorchester Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 265-0019
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 265-0019
Gr: PK-8 | 943 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Compass
Special Education School
290 Bowdoin St 294
Dorchester, MA 02122
(857) 220-2333
Dorchester, MA 02122
(857) 220-2333
Gr: K-12 | 59 students
02122, Massachusetts Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
284 Bowdoin Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 282-8573
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 282-8573
Gr: K-8 | 179 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 02122, MA?
The top ranked private schools in 02122, MA is St. John Paul Ii Catholic Acad.-regional Office.
How many private schools are located in 02122?
3 private schools are located in 02122.
What percentage of students in 02122 go to private school?
28% of all K-12 students in 02122 are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 02122?
67% of private schools in 02122 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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