St. Augustine School strives to guide students toward knowledge of the Catholic faith; to encourage students to demonstrate their knowledge of church doctrine in day-to-day encounters; to instill in students the willingness to take up the challenge of Jesus by reaching out to others; to develop the maximum potential of each child.
We believe that education should be a total process of forming the whole person, developing the full potential of each child by encouraging each child to realize his/her own talents, and allowing each child opportunities to demonstrate and develop these talents by providing an atmosphere conducive to this development.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MA School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Augustine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
420 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- St. Augustine School strives to guide students toward knowledge of the Catholic faith; to encourage students to demonstrate their knowledge of church doctrine in day-to-day encounters; to instill in students the willingness to take up the challenge of Jesus by reaching out to others; to develop the maximum potential of each child. We believe that education should be a total process of forming the whole person, developing the full potential of each child by encouraging each child to realize his/her own talents, and allowing each child opportunities to demonstrate and develop these talents by providing an atmosphere conducive to this development.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Augustine Elementary School often compared to?
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What is St. Augustine Elementary School's ranking?
St. Augustine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Augustine Elementary School?
The application deadline for St. Augustine Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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