For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 602 students in 01851, MA (there are 9 public schools, serving 3,744 public students). 14% of all K-12 students in 01851, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private school in 01851, MA is Lowell Catholic.
The average acceptance rate is 79%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 71%.
Top-Ranked 01851 Massachusetts Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lowell Catholic ![Lowell Catholic Photo - Although two-thirds of our students practice the Catholic faith, our students represent a variety of faith backgrounds. Lowell Catholic Photo - Although two-thirds of our students practice the Catholic faith, our students represent a variety of faith backgrounds.]()

(Catholic)
530 Stevens St
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 452-1794
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 452-1794
Gr: 9-12 | 390 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Community Christian Academy
(Christian)
105 Princeton Blvd
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 453-4738
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 453-4738
Gr: PK-8 | 212 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
01851, Massachusetts Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Merrimack Valley Hebrew Academy (Closed 2000)
Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
18 Academy Drive
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 452-6842
Lowell, MA 01851
(978) 452-6842
Gr: PK-6 | 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 01851, MA?
The top-ranked private schools in 01851, MA is Lowell Catholic.
How many private schools are located in 01851?
2 private schools are located in 01851.
What percentage of students in 01851 go to private school?
14% of all K-12 students in 01851 are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
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