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Best Massachusetts Religiously Affiliated Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 278 religiously affiliated private schools serving 64,526 students in Massachusetts (33% of all schools).
The average tuition cost is $14,077, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average tuition cost of $26,551.
The most common religiously affiliated schools are Catholic (58% of schools), Christian (14% of schools) and Jewish (9% of schools).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 278
  • # Students Served: 64,526

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 278
  • # Students Served: 64,526

Top Ranked Massachusetts Private Schools by Religious Affiliation (2026-27)

Religious Affiliation
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Baptist
10
610
39%
Calvinist
1
563
25%
Catholic
161
49,299
31%
Christian
38
4,886
37%
Church of Christ
1
88
4%
Church of the Nazarene
2
284
22%
Episcopal
6
1,351
48%
Friends
1
-
-
Greek Orthodox
2
126
16%
Islamic
8
959
58%
Jewish
26
4,252
5%
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
2
160
20%
Mennonite
1
17
-
Methodist
1
16
100%
Other
6
856
28%
Other Lutheran
1
108
86%
Seventh Day Adventist
11
951
76%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Massachusetts?
The top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Massachusetts include Whitinsville Christian School and Catholic Memorial.
How many religiously affiliated private schools are located in Massachusetts?
278 religiously affiliated private schools are located in Massachusetts.
How much do religiously affiliated private schools cost in Massachusetts?
The average tuition cost is $14,077, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average tuition cost of $26,551.

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