For the 2025 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 803 students in Wellesley, MA (there are 3 public schools, serving 718 public students). 53% 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 Dana Hall School and Tenacre Country Day School.
The average acceptance rate is 35%, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 71%.
Top Ranked Wellesley Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Grades
Students
45 Dana Road
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 489-1331
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 489-1331
Grades: 5-12
| 456 students
78 Benvenue Street
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 235-2282
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 235-2282
Grades: PK-6
| 199 students
North American Hockey Academy
All-girls | Special Program Emphasis
900 Worcester St
Wellesley, MA 02482
(508) 277-9752
Wellesley, MA 02482
(508) 277-9752
Grades: 9-12
| 28 students
Wellesley Montessori School
Montessori School
79 Denton Road
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 237-6670
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 237-6670
Grades: NS-PK
| 120 students
Wellesley, Massachusetts Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
St. Paul School (Closed 2022)
(Catholic)
10 Atwood St
Wellesley, MA 02482
(781) 235-1510
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 Dana Hall School and Tenacre Country Day School.
How many private schools are located in Wellesley?
4 private schools are located in Wellesley.
What percentage of students in Wellesley go to private school?
53% of all K-12 students in Wellesley are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
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