Best Wellesley Private Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 798 students in Wellesley, MA (there are 3 public schools, serving 734 public students). 52% of all K-12 students in Wellesley, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in Wellesley, MA include Tenacre Country Day School and Dana Hall School.
The average acceptance rate is 35%, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 70%.

Top Ranked Wellesley Private Schools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Dana Hall School
Dana Hall School Photo
All-girls
(1)
45 Dana Road
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 489-1331
Grades: 5-12
| 465 students
Tenacre Country Day School
Tenacre Country Day School Photo - Tenacre fifth and sixth graders play interscholastic sports every season. Centennial Field is used for soccer, field hockey and flag football in the fall and baseball and softball in the spring. The Dareshori Gymnasium is used for boys' and girls' basketball in the winter.
(4)
78 Benvenue Street
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 235-2282
Grades: PK-6
| 199 students
Wellesley Knowledge Beginnings
Wellesley Knowledge Beginnings Photo - Wellesley Knowledge Beginnings
Daycare / Preschool
204 Worcester St.
Wellesley, MA 02481
(781) 235-2224
Grades: NS-PK
| 14 students
Wellesley Montessori School
Montessori School
79 Denton Road
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 237-6670
Grades: NS-PK
| 120 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Wellesley, Massachusetts

Wellesley, Massachusetts Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
10 Atwood St
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 235-1510
Grades: NS-8
| 193 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Wellesley, MA?
The top ranked private schools in Wellesley, MA include Tenacre Country Day School and Dana Hall School.
How many private schools are located in Wellesley, MA?
4 private schools are located in Wellesley, MA.
What percentage of students in Wellesley, MA go to private school?
52% of all K-12 students in Wellesley, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).

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