Mount Alvernia Academy
MOUNT ALVERNIA ACADEMY is a private, coeducational Catholic School for students in nursery through grade six.
Established in 1927 and located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, the school is situated on a beautiful campus overlooking Boston College comprised of three buildings, two playground areas, and two playing fields.
Mount Alvernia is a sponsored Ministry of the Missionary Franciscan Sisters of the Immaculate Conception.
The school community is composed of Franciscan Sisters, lay teachers, and families from varying parishes and ethnic backgrounds.
Mount Alvernia Academy is fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Board of Education of the Archdiocese of Boston.
MAA was named a 2015 National Blue Ribbon School for Academic Excellence.
This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant students.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked MA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Yearly Tuition: $9,100
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Mount Alvernia Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1927
Summer School Offered
Yes
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2022
Student Body
Total Students
314 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Sibling Discounts apply for Preschool - Sixth Grade
Admissions Director
Mrs. Mary Walsh
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Chess Club, Extended Day Program (until 5:45 PM), Glee Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
After School Sports Program
Art Club, Chess Club, Extended Day Program (until 5:45 PM), Glee Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Band
Recreational Athletic Programs:
After School Sports Program
School Notes
- Mount Alvernia Academy provides an unparalleled education for children from Preschool through Sixth Grade. Committed to develeping each student - intellectually, spiritually, and phycially - in an environment that celebrates community and friendship, we prepare the students for the challenges of tomorrow.
- With the goal of building a strong foundation in academic areas and critical thinking skills, the students study mathematics, reading, writing, science, and foreign language using technology, project-based learning, problem-solving strategies, and creative educational endeavors.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mount Alvernia Academy cost?
Mount Alvernia Academy's tuition is approximately $9,100 for private students.
What sports does Mount Alvernia Academy offer?
Mount Alvernia Academy offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Flag Football and Rugby.
What is Mount Alvernia Academy's ranking?
Mount Alvernia Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mount Alvernia Academy?
The application deadline for Mount Alvernia Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Mount Alvernia Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break (Events)
April 17, 2023 (Monday)
Grade 6 Last Day (Events)
June 07, 2023 (Wednesday)
Preschool Last Day (Events)
June 08, 2023 (Thursday)
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