For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 623 students in 02125, MA.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 02125, MA include Boston College High School and St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy Columbia Camp.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private elementary school average acceptance rate of 73%.
67% of private elementary schools in 02125, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 02125 Massachusetts Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Boston College High School![Boston College High School Photo - The labyrinth in our main common area provides a metaphor for the reflective journey you take through life, as well as the internal discovery of yourself. Boston College High School Photo - The labyrinth in our main common area provides a metaphor for the reflective journey you take through life, as well as the internal discovery of yourself.]()

All-boys (Catholic)
150 William T Morrissey Blvd
Dorchester, MA 02125
(617) 474-5112
Dorchester, MA 02125
(617) 474-5112
Gr: 7-8 | 315 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 19 Tuition listed
790 Columbia Rd
Dorchester, MA 02125
(617) 265-0019
Dorchester, MA 02125
(617) 265-0019
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
02125, Massachusetts Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Msgr. Ryan Memorial High School (Closed 2000)
All-girls (Catholic)
11 Mayhew St.
Dorchester, MA 02125
(617) 282-2818
Dorchester, MA 02125
(617) 282-2818
Gr: 9-12 | 172 students
516 Columbia Road
Dorchester, MA 02125
(617) 825-3883
Dorchester, MA 02125
(617) 825-3883
Gr: K-8 | 105 students
St. Margaret School (Closed 2004)
(Catholic)
790 Columbia Road
Dorchester, MA 02125
(617) 282-5621
Dorchester, MA 02125
(617) 282-5621
Gr: 1-8 | 138 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 02125, MA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 02125, MA include Boston College High School and St. John Paul Ii Catholic Academy Columbia Camp.
How many private elementary schools are located in 02125?
3 private elementary schools are located in 02125.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 02125?
67% of private elementary schools in 02125 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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