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01420 Massachusetts Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 594 students in 01420, MA (there are 10 public schools, serving 6,933 public students). 8% of all K-12 students in 01420, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 01420, MA include St. Bernard Elementary School, St. Bernard's High School, and Applewild School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 73%.
67% of private schools in 01420, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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Top Ranked 01420 Massachusetts Private Schools (2026-27)

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Applewild School
Gr: NS-9 | 349 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 7
120 Prospect St
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 342-6053
(5)
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St. Bernard Elementary School
Gr: PK-8 | 245 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 2
Catholic
254 Summer Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 342-1948
(2)
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St. Bernard's High School
Gr: 9-12
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 15
Catholic
45 Harvard Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 342-3212
(2)
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01420, Massachusetts Private Schools (Closed)

Map of Notre Dame Preparatory School
Notre Dame Preparatory School
Gr: 7-12 | 25 students
Catholic
171 South St
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 343-7635
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Map of St. Joseph School
St. Joseph School
Gr: PK-8 | 142 students
Catholic
35 Columbus Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
(978) 343-3630
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 01420, MA?
The top ranked private schools in 01420, MA include St. Bernard Elementary School, St. Bernard's High School, and Applewild School.
How many private schools are located in 01420?
3 private schools are located in 01420.
What percentage of students in 01420 go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in 01420 are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 01420?
67% of private schools in 01420 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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