02116 Massachusetts Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 private schools serving 1,197 students in 02116, MA (there are 3 public schools, serving 773 public students). 61% of all K-12 students in 02116, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
The top ranked private schools in 02116, MA include Commonwealth School and Kingsley Montessori School.
The average acceptance rate is 50%, which is lower than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 70%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,197
  • Average Tuition: $46,388
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 21%
  • Average Class Size: 14 students
  • % Students of Color: 32%
  • View 02116 Massachusetts School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 7
  • # Students Served: 1,197
  • Average Tuition: $46,388
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 21%
  • Average Class Size: 14 students
  • % Students of Color: 32%
  • View 02116 Massachusetts School Trends

Top Ranked 02116 Massachusetts Private Schools (2026-27)

Commonwealth School Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 164 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 45
151 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 266-7525
(1)
Kingsley Montessori School Photo
Gr: NS-6 | 313 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 14
Montessori School
26 Exeter Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 226-4927
(3)
The Newman School Photo
Gr: 7-12 | 249 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 8 | Extracurriculars: 16
247 Marlborough Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-4530
(4)
Map of John Winthrop School
Gr: NS-PK | 54 students
Avg. class size: 13 students
Daycare / Preschool
66 Marlborough St
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 267-7159
The Learning Project Elementary School Photo
Gr: K-6 | 118 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
107 Marlborough Street
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 266-8427
Map of The Newman School
Gr: 7-12 | 235 students
247 Marlborough St
Boston, MA 02116
(603) 381-2003
Map of Transportation Children's Center
Gr: NS | 64 students
Daycare / Preschool
10 Park Plaza Room 3330
Boston, MA 02116
(617) 973-8200

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 02116, MA?
The top ranked private schools in 02116, MA include Commonwealth School and Kingsley Montessori School.
How many private schools are located in 02116?
7 private schools are located in 02116.
How diverse are private schools in 02116?
02116 private schools are approximately 32% minority students, which is same as the Massachusetts private school average of 32%.
What percentage of students in 02116 go to private school?
61% of all K-12 students in 02116 are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).

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