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Best Massachusetts Nonsectarian Private Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 241 nonsectarian private elementary schools in Massachusetts. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in Massachusetts.
The top ranked nonsectarian private elementary schools in Massachusetts include Dedham Country Day School, Springfield Commonwealth Academy, and Beaver Country Day School.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 241

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 241

Top Ranked Nonsectarian Private Elementary Schools in Massachusetts (2026-27)

Bay Farm Montessori Academy Photo
Bay Farm Montessori Academy
Gr: NS-6 | 168 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 6
Montessori School
145 Loring Street
Duxbury, MA 02332
(781) 934-7101
(9)
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The Brighton School Photo
The Brighton School
Gr: PK-6 | 65 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Specialized Curriculum
360 Water Street
Framingham, MA 01705
(508) 877-8200
(11)
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Cambridge Montessori School Photo
Cambridge Montessori School
Gr: NS-8 | 152 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Montessori School
161 Garden St
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 492-3410
(6)
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Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School Photo
Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School
Gr: 8-12 | 200 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 26
785 Beaver Street
Waltham, MA 02452
(781) 314-0804
(1)
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Dedham Country Day School Photo
Dedham Country Day School
Gr: PK-8 | 309 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 5
90 Sandy Valley Road
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 329-0850
(1)
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Delphi Academy of Boston Photo
Delphi Academy of Boston
Gr: PK-8 | 140 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 4
564 Blue Hill Avenue
Milton, MA 02186
(617) 333-9610
(8)
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Fay School Photo
Fay School
Gr: K-9
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 14
48 Main Street
Southborough, MA 01772
(508) 490-8201
(9)
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Map of Fayerweather Street School
Fayerweather Street School
Gr: PK-8 | 205 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 3 | Extracurriculars: 12
765 Concord Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 876-4746
(2)
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Kingsley Montessori School Photo
Kingsley Montessori School
Gr: NS-6 | 301 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 14
Montessori School
26 Exeter Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 226-4927
(3)
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Milestones Day School Photo
Milestones Day School
Gr: K-12 | 63 students
Avg. class size: 5 students
Extracurriculars: 4
Special Education School
410 Totten Pond Road
Waltham, MA 02451
(781) 895-3200
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Nashoba Brooks School Photo
Nashoba Brooks School
Gr: PK-8 | 268 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 11
200 Strawberry Hill Road
Concord, MA 01742
(978) 369-4591
(10)
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The Newman School Photo
The Newman School
Gr: 7-12 | 258 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 16
247 Marlborough Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-4530
(4)
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The Sage School Photo
The Sage School
Gr: NS-8 | 135 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 7
Specialized Curriculum
171 Mechanic St
Foxboro, MA 02035
(508) 543-9619
(12)
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Springfield Commonwealth Academy Photo
Springfield Commonwealth Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 125 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 13 | Extracurriculars: 3
1 Ames Hill Dr
Springfield, MA 01105
(413) 203-9801
(1)
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Stoneleigh-Burnham School Photo
Stoneleigh-Burnham School
Gr: 7-12 | 140 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 17
All-girls
574 Bernardston Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
(413) 774-2711
(5)
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Wellan Montessori School Photo
Wellan Montessori School
Gr: PK-8 | 316 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 3
Montessori School
80 Crescent Avenue
Newton Center, MA 02459
(617) 969-4488
(4)
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Wilbraham & Monson Academy Photo
Wilbraham & Monson Academy
Gr: 6-12 | 412 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 23 | Extracurriculars: 36
423 Main Street
Wilbraham, MA 01095
(413) 596-6811
(4)
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The Woodward School Photo
The Woodward School
Gr: 6-12 | 75 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 22
All-girls
1102 Hancock St
Quincy, MA 02169
(617) 773-5610
(7)
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The Advent School Photo
The Advent School
Gr: PK-6 | 129 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 20
Alternative School
15 Brimmer Street
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 742-0520
(1)
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Clark School Photo
Clark School
Gr: NS-12 | 218 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 19 | Extracurriculars: 37
14 Forest Ridge Drive
Rowley, MA 01969
(978) 777-4699
(20)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked nonsectarian private elementary schools in Massachusetts?
The top ranked nonsectarian private elementary schools in Massachusetts include Dedham Country Day School, Springfield Commonwealth Academy, and Beaver Country Day School.
How many nonsectarian private elementary schools are located in Massachusetts?
241 nonsectarian private elementary schools are located in Massachusetts.

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