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Best Massachusetts Private High Schools Belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private high schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors serving 1,285 students in Massachusetts. You can also find more schools membership associations in Massachusetts.
The top-ranked private high schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in Massachusetts include Gann Academy-the New Jewish High School, The Cambridge School Of Weston, and Academy Of Notre Dame.
The average acceptance rate is 81%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private high school average acceptance rate of 62%.
50% of private high schools belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in Massachusetts are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Top-Ranked Private High Schools Belonging to National Association of College Admissions Counselors in Massachusetts (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Cambridge School Of Weston
The Cambridge School Of Weston Photo - Our program, known as the Mod System, offers breadth, depth, and intensity you won't find at any other high school. Within its 6x6 framework (six terms of six weeks each), you'll choose from over 200 different classes, crafting a schedule that allows you to dig deep into current areas of interest while preparing you for the rigor of college study.
(2)
45 Georgian Road
Weston, MA 02493
(781) 642-8650
Gr: 9-12 | 320 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 53 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Miss Hall's School
Miss Hall's School Photo - The MHS graduate is a thinker, a creator and a contributor to the common good. She is a global citizen, a self-aware, resilient, and courageous participant in a multicultural society. Empowered by skills and knowledge, the MHS graduate is able to solve problems with intellect and creativity while embracing a spirit of exploration and curiosity.
All-girls | Special Program Emphasis
(11)
492 Holmes Road
Pittsfield, MA 01201
(413) 499-1300
Gr: 9-12 | 200 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 44 Tuition listed
Academy Of Notre Dame
Academy Of Notre Dame Photo - Academy of Notre Dame Tyngsboro
(Catholic)
(9)
180 Middlesex Road
Tyngsboro, MA 01879
(978) 649-7611
Gr: NS-12 | 444 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Gann Academy-the New Jewish High School
Gann Academy-the New Jewish High School Photo - Gann students volunteer at Cradles to Crayons in Boston.
Special Program Emphasis (Jewish)
333 Forest Street
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 642-6800
Gr: 9-12 | 321 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 Tuition listed

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