At St. Ann's, we consider ourselves to be more than just an ordinary school.
We are a community. St. Ann's will provide your child with a safe, nurturing, and active school day.
Home to over 400 students, from Pre-K through Grade 8, St. Ann School has a history of academic excellence and exceptional students.
We stand apart as a strong and affordable alternative to other private schools on the South Shore.
St. Ann's has three full-day Kindergarten classes, two First Grade classes, and two classes in Grades 2-8.
For your comfort and convenience, we also offer an on-site after school program run by a professional staff member.
Our school's focus is on the intellectual growth of each child as well as that child's physical, social, moral, and spiritual development.
St. Ann's staff and families embrace an educational program where learning is seen as a life-long process.
We inspire our students with a love of learning and a value system that will endure beyond the school years.
With the education our students receive, more than two-thirds of our eighth grade graduates are accepted into their first choice of area private high schools, including: Boston College High School, Xavarian Brothers, Notre Dame Academy, and Fontbonne Academy.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MA School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Ann School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Student Body
Total Students
299 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- At St. Ann's, we consider ourselves to be more than just an ordinary school . We are a community. St. Ann's will provide your child with a safe, nurturing, and active school day. Home to over 400 students, from Pre-K through Grade 8, St. Ann School has a history of academic excellence and exceptional students. We stand apart as a strong and affordable alternative to other private schools on the South Shore. St. Ann's has three full-day Kindergarten classes, two First Grade classes, and two classes in Grades 2-8. For your comfort and convenience, we also offer an on-site after school program run by a professional staff member. Our school's focus is on the intellectual growth of each child as well as that child's physical, social, moral, and spiritual development. St. Ann's staff and families embrace an educational program where learning is seen as a life-long process. We inspire our students with a love of learning and a value system that will endure beyond the school years. With the education our students receive, more than two-thirds of our eighth grade graduates are accepted into their first choice of area private high schools, including: Boston College High School, Xavarian Brothers, Notre Dame Academy, and Fontbonne Academy.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Ann School often compared to?
St. Ann School is often viewed alongside schools like Quincy Catholic Academy by visitors of our site.
What is St. Ann School's ranking?
St. Ann School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Ann School?
The application deadline for St. Ann School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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