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Best 02122 Massachusetts Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 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 71%.
67% of private schools in 02122, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked 02122 Massachusetts Private Schools (2026)

Map of St. John Paul Ii Catholic Acad.-regional Office
St. John Paul Ii Catholic Acad.-regional Office
Gr: PK-8 | 943 students
Avg. class size: 15 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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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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