Shore Country Day School's dynamic curriculum for age 3 through Grade 8 melds traditional skills with discussion-based learning, student-centered inquiry, and hands-on exploration through project-based approaches in the Innovation Lab, art studios, and outdoor classroom spaces. Shore's mission is to instill a love of learning in each child.
Our Community Code articulates personal expectations for everyone in the school community. We encourage students to find strength in diversity, appreciate differences of opinion, and recognize the necessity for mutual respect among all individuals. Faculty members are committed to teaching students to become critical thinkers and compassionate community members who possess self-confidence and personal integrity.
Attracting 300 capable and motivated students, Shore offers five bus routes as well as after-school care and enrichment programs to serve families from 43 surrounding communities.
Shore's superb facilities are conveniently located on 17 acres, one minute from Route 128 in Beverly. Special features include outdoor learning spaces, as well as Shore's Center for Creativity, with its studios, practice rooms, kiln room, Innovation Lab, gallery space, and state-of-the-art 375-seat theater.
Twice daily recesses, almost daily PE classes, 2 gyms, 6 fields, and excellent interscholastic teams emphasize physical wellness, fun, and teamwork.
Under faculty mentors, middle school students opt to design independent study courses to explore and develop passions.
Day and overnight field trips energize classroom learning. Service projects, clubs, Big Buddies, and the "House" system engage the full community in activities, celebration, and weekly meetings.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Yearly Tuition: $35,269
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Shore Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1936
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Campus Size
17
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Student Body
Total Students
323 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
82%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$35,269
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies depending on the grade, for more information, please visit:
www.shoreschool.org
Summer Program Cost Notes
Shore offers a variety of summer program offerings, for more information please visit: www.shoreschool.org
% on Financial Aid
17%
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Sarah Powers
Admissions Associate
Amy Belanger
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Joyous school environment
- Community Code which articulates community expectations for all
- Engrossing integrated curriculum projects at all grade levels
- Opportunities for Independent Study in Grades 6 to 8
- Physical Education or sports four to five timesweekly
- Grade 8 program offering superior preparation for secondary school
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Shore Country Day School cost?
Shore Country Day School's tuition is approximately $35,269 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Shore Country Day School?
The acceptance rate of Shore Country Day School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
Does Shore Country Day School offer a summer program?
Yes, Shore Country Day School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Shore Country Day School offer?
Shore Country Day School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Squash and Track and Field.
What is Shore Country Day School's ranking?
Shore Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Shore Country Day School?
The application deadline for Shore Country Day School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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