Mount Alvernia High School, an independent Catholic school for young women in grades 7 through 12, prepares its students to be leaders.
Since 1927, Mount Alvernia has enlightened and shaped courageous, compassionate, and accomplished women.
Steeped in the Franciscan tradition of service, students are given a strong foundation of rigorous academics, opportunities to share their gifts and talents in school and beyond, and a strong moral compass to navigate a changing world.
Every day, your daughter will explore her interests through a robust curriculum, a variety of athletics, and a wide range of co-curricular activities.
She will be challenged to live by their seven "C`s" values: courage, confidence, character, competence, compassion, commitment, and community.
She will be nurtured in a tight-knit atmosphere and develop friendships that last a lifetime.
Her curiosity will blossom into a desire for lifelong learning.
The Mount Alvernia experience will prepare her for college and life -empowering and inspiring her to become who she was created to be.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1935
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
135 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
7 courses
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Dec. 10 / Aug. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,500
% on Financial Aid
60%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$7,500
Admissions Director
Kimberly A. Kossuth
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
19 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Admissions Ambassador ClubBIPOC Student Association
Business & Finance ClubChess Club
Classics ClubCooking & Baking Club
Cultural Enrichment ClubEnvironmental Club
MAHS All StarsMath Team
Prom CommitteeScience Club
Social Media ClubSpeech Team
Student CouncilWriting Club
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Art ClubChoir
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
- Our Mission is to provide for the spiritual, intellectual, and technological needs of the students, instill in the students an awareness of their relationship with the Creator, the world, and its inhabitants, offer a strong core curriculum based on traditional disciplines which fosters an interdisciplinary approach to learning, encourage courageous, compassionate, articulate women who believe that life has a purpose, who are able to discern the "good," and who will be an effective force for it in the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Mt. Alvernia High School cost?
Mt. Alvernia High School's tuition is approximately $20,500 for private students.
What sports does Mt. Alvernia High School offer?
Mt. Alvernia High School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Mt. Alvernia High School?
The application deadline for Mt. Alvernia High School is Dec. 10 / Aug. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 10 / Aug. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Mt. Alvernia High School located?
Mt. Alvernia High School is located in the Newton Corner neighborhood of Newton, MA.
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(617) 527-7540
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
(617) 527-7540
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(617) 969-1537
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(617) 969-4488
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(617) 552-3223
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
(617) 552-3223
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(617) 566-4394
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(617) 566-4394
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Bellingham Memorial School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
130 Blackstone Street
Bellingham, MA 02019
(508) 883-2330
Bellingham, MA 02019
(508) 883-2330
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Bellingham High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
60 Blackstone Street
Bellingham, MA 02019
(508) 966-3761
Bellingham, MA 02019
(508) 966-3761
9466.3 miles
Gr: 8-12 | 740 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Henry P Clough
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 North Avenue
Mendon, MA 01756
(508) 634-1580
Mendon, MA 01756
(508) 634-1580
9466.5 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 398 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Parmenter
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
235 Wachusett Street
Franklin, MA 02038
(508) 541-5281
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(508) 541-5281
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(Math: 41% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
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Mendon, MA 01756
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(508) 634-1590
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