Milton Academy cultivates in its students a passion for learning and a respect for others. Embracing diversity and the pursuit of excellence, we create a community in which individuals develop competence, confidence and character. Our active learning environment, in and out of the classroom, develops creative and critical thinkers, unafraid to express their ideas, prepared to seek meaningful lifetime success and to live by our motto, "Dare to be true."
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Yearly Tuition: $67,900
- Acceptance rate: 14%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Milton Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Student Body
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1798
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 29, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
1,020 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
180 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
14 students
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1414
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
31
(Out of 36)
Average Percentile SSAT
90%
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Colors
Blue, Orange
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
$67,900
Tuition Notes
Grades 9-12: $$73,950(Boarding), $63,950(Day); Grades 6–8: $62,550; Grades 4-5: $48,550; Grades 1-3: $44,950; Kindergarten: $42,950
% on Financial Aid
35%
Acceptance Rate
14%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Paul Rebuck
Application URL
Endowment Size
$408 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
19 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
56 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Amnesty International, Arts Board, ASA (African Student Association), Asian Society, Athletic Association, Azaad (identity quarterly), Boarding Council, Caribbean Students Association, Chess Club, Chinese Club, Christian Fellowship, Community Engagement Board, Day Council, Film Club, French Club, GAIA (environmental journal), GASP! (Gender and Sexuality Perspectives), Habitat for Humanity, Helix (science magazine), Hip-Hop Club, Improv Club, International Student Club, Invest in Girls, Jewish Student Union, La Voz (Spanish newspaper), Latinx Association, Loose-leaf (Asian magazine), Lorax (environmental organization), Magus-Mabus (literary magazine), Math Club, Mille-Tonnes (French newspaper), Milton Academy Yearbook, Model UN, Multicultural Club, ONYX, Orange and Blue Key tour guide program, Outdoor Program, Peer Tutoring, Programming Club, Public Issues Board, Reach to Teach (raise awareness about education inequality), Robotics Team, SAGE (Students Advocating for Gender Equity), SAMENA (South Asian, Middle Eastern, and North African), Science and Engineering Club, Self-Governing Association, SIMA (Students Interested in Middle Eastern Affairs), Spanish Club, Speech and Debate Team, Step Team, Student Activities Association, Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), Sustainability Board, The Milton Measure (biweekly newspaper), The Milton Paper (weekly newspaper), World Health Organization (WHO)
Amnesty International, Arts Board, ASA (African Student Association), Asian Society, Athletic Association, Azaad (identity quarterly), Boarding Council, Caribbean Students Association, Chess Club, Chinese Club, Christian Fellowship, Community Engagement Board, Day Council, Film Club, French Club, GAIA (environmental journal), GASP! (Gender and Sexuality Perspectives), Habitat for Humanity, Helix (science magazine), Hip-Hop Club, Improv Club, International Student Club, Invest in Girls, Jewish Student Union, La Voz (Spanish newspaper), Latinx Association, Loose-leaf (Asian magazine), Lorax (environmental organization), Magus-Mabus (literary magazine), Math Club, Mille-Tonnes (French newspaper), Milton Academy Yearbook, Model UN, Multicultural Club, ONYX, Orange and Blue Key tour guide program, Outdoor Program, Peer Tutoring, Programming Club, Public Issues Board, Reach to Teach (raise awareness about education inequality), Robotics Team, SAGE (Students Advocating for Gender Equity), SAMENA (South Asian, Middle Eastern, and North African), Science and Engineering Club, Self-Governing Association, SIMA (Students Interested in Middle Eastern Affairs), Spanish Club, Speech and Debate Team, Step Team, Student Activities Association, Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD), Sustainability Board, The Milton Measure (biweekly newspaper), The Milton Paper (weekly newspaper), World Health Organization (WHO)
School Notes
- Eight miles south of Boston, Milton is enriched by its diverse and talented student and faculty community as well as by the quality, breadth and depth of its curricular and co-curricular offerings.
- Life at Milton centers on the pursuit of excellence. We offer academic challenge in an atmosphere that is warm and supportive. Students and faculty members are motivated participants in the world of ideas, concepts and values. They work through collaboration to achieve intellectually.
- At Milton, you do not have to choose whether you want to be an intellectual, a musician, an athlete, a performer or an artist. You can be all of these; one of the best things about Milton is that there is no limit to the way you define your identity.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Milton Academy cost?
Milton Academy's tuition is approximately $67,900 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Milton Academy?
The acceptance rate of Milton Academy is 14%, which is lower than the national average of 71%. Milton Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Massachusetts with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Milton Academy offer?
Milton Academy offers 19 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Wrestling. Milton Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.
What is Milton Academy's ranking?
Milton Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.
When is the application deadline for Milton Academy?
The application deadline for Milton Academy is Jan. 15.
School Calendar
View the Milton Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break begins end of day for Upper School & Lower School
November 21, 2025 (Friday)
Fall Break Nov 24 - 28 for LS & MS students
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break Nov 24 - Dec 1 for Upper School students
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Staff fall break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring break begins end of day for MS & US
March 13, 2026 (Friday)
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