Montrose School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MA School
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 284 students
Yearly Tuition: $41,000
Acceptance rate: 55%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 1
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Montrose School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New England Association of Schools and Colleges
Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 6-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Montrose School
6	25
7	37
8	45
9	55
10	50
11	36
12	36

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Year Founded

1979

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Student Body

Total Students

284 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

34 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

55%

Average Class Size

15 students

Number of AP Courses

18 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AP French Language & CultureAP 2D Art and Design

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB

AP Calculus BCAP Chemistry

AP Computer Science AAP Language and Composition

AP LatinAP Literature and Composition

AP Modern European HistoryAP Physics 1

AP Physics C: MechanicalAP Principles of Computer Science

AP Spanish Language & CultureAP Statistics

AP Studio ArtAP U.S. History

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Average SAT score

1320

(Out of 1600)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Gray skirt, white or blue top, red sweater or blue blazer

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Feb. 1

Yearly Tuition Cost

$41,000

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Tuition Notes

Every year we provide over $1.5 million in aid to help families. Currently, more than 40% of Montrose families receive tuition assistance. Inquire today to learn more about how your daughter can benefit from a Montrose education, regardless of your income.

% on Financial Aid

40%

Acceptance Rate

55%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Kelly Melley

Admissions Associate

Michelle Barrette

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

Field HockeyLacrosse

SoccerSoftball

Track and FieldVolleyball

Winter Track

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

24 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

A CapellaAdmissions Ambassadors

DramaFaith Peer Leaders

Gardening ClubHand Bells

Junior Classical LeagueLiterary Magazine

Middle School Musical ProductionModel UN

National Honor SocietyNewspaper

Photography ClubRecycling Club

Running ClubSADD

Spirit of Service: Community ServiceStudent Government

Yearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

Art ClubChorus

SpeechTone Chimes

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Ski Club

School Notes

Montrose is an independent college preparatory day school for girls grades 6-12, guided by the teachings of the Catholic church.
We help young women to become leaders who are called to greatness. Every aspect of school life provides an occasion to nurture the education of the whole person.
Built upon the foundation of a rich liberal arts curriculum, personal character formation, and close collaboration with parents, a Montrose education challenges each student to cultivate intellect and character, leadership and service, faith and reason.
Veritas, Caritas, Libertas emblazoned across the school`s shield draw the ideals of a Montrose education into focus.
Together with parents, Montrose endeavors to help young women pursue the truth in all they do, love God and others selflessly, use their freedom well and excel academically.

School Mascot: Mavericks

The Montrose experience empowers students to navigate challenges & seize opportunities--in the classroom, in the boardroom, & in life. Founded by parents in 1979, Montrose is an independent school for girls in grades 6-12, inspired by the teachings of the Catholic Church. We are resilient Mavericks, leading with vision and grace; we help young women become forces for good in the world. Every aspect of school life nurtures the education of the whole person.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Montrose School cost?

Montrose School's tuition is approximately $41,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Montrose School?

The acceptance rate of Montrose School is 55%, which is lower than the national average of 71%.

What sports does Montrose School offer?

Montrose School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field, Volleyball and Winter Track.

What is Montrose School's ranking?

Montrose School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Montrose School?

The application deadline for Montrose School is Feb. 1.

School Reviews

5 5/17/2016

Wonderful school I love it I go there now and I can't see how in 7 years I will leave 6th grade has been so much fun and I don't want to leave. Montrose is small but sweet everyone there is nice and friendly and they really wip girls into shape

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Norfolk County, MA is $30,816 for elementary schools and $39,422 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Norfolk County, MA is 65% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).