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02122 Massachusetts Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 1,217 students in 02122, MA (there are 6 public schools, serving 3,037 public students). 29% of all K-12 students in 02122, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in 02122, MA is St. John Paul Ii Catholic Acad.-regional Office.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Massachusetts private school average acceptance rate of 73%.
67% of private schools in 02122, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 02122 Massachusetts Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. John Paul Ii Catholic Acad.-regional Office
St. John Paul Ii Catholic Acad.-regional Office
Gr: PK-8 | 943 students
Catholic
2200 Dorchester Avenue
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 265-0019
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Compass
Gr: K-12 | 59 students
Special Education School
290 Bowdoin St 294
Dorchester, MA 02122
(857) 220-2333
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Map of ST. BRENDAN'S SCHOOL
ST. BRENDAN'S SCHOOL
Gr: PK-6 | 215 students
Catholic
29 RITA RD.
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 282-3388
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02122, Massachusetts Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. Peter Elementary School
St. Peter Elementary School
Gr: K-8 | 179 students
Catholic
284 Bowdoin Street
Dorchester, MA 02122
(617) 282-8573
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 02122, MA?
The top ranked private schools in 02122, MA is St. John Paul Ii Catholic Acad.-regional Office.
How many private schools are located in 02122?
3 private schools are located in 02122.
What percentage of students in 02122 go to private school?
29% of all K-12 students in 02122 are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 02122?
67% of private schools in 02122 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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