Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked MA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,050
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
St. Pius V School
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked MA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,050
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: ✓Verified school update
School Rankings
St. Pius V School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1945
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
300 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
25 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Girls K-5th: Plaid jumper/navy blue pants, white peter pan collared blouse and a plaid cross tie. Girls 6th-8th: Gray skirt/navy blue pants, white oxford blouse and a navy vest. Boys Grade K-8: Navy blue pants, oxford white shirt, and a navy tie
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
For grades K-8: Tuition is $7050 and in addition to that, there is a $125 technology fee for Grades K-8 and a $200 Graduation Fee for Grade 8
For our 3yr old: 4 days/week is $7400. 5 days/week is $8400
Four our 4 yr old: $8400. Only option is 5days/week
% on Financial Aid
50%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Christine Huggins
Admissions Associate
Carole Frederick
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts & Crafts ClubBells
Chess ClubDrama Club
Gaming ClubRobotics Club
Science & Nature ClubSewing Club
Singing Choir ClubTin Whistle
School Notes
- St. Pius V School is a co-educational Catholic (PreK-8th grade) elementary school located in Lynn, Massachusetts.
- As part of St. Pius V Parish, our school welcomes and educates children in the greater Lynn community.
- Education at St. Pius V School is a "Lived Experience" and focuses on developing the whole child according to the gospel of Jesus Christ.
- The school provides a unique, comprehensive, quality education with particular emphasis on Catholic values, fundamental skills, critical thinking, technology, and the fine arts.
- The administration, and faculty are skilled, dedicated and professional educators.
- The curriculum promotes personal responsibility, respect for diversity, family involvement, a spirit of unity, and Christian stewardship.
- The school environment is safe, clean, and comfortable.
- At St. Pius V School, we believe that our loving God blesses each child with special gifts and talents.
- Learning occurs in an atmosphere where each child is encouraged to do his/her best in order to reach his/her full potential in school and in life.
- The school recognizes that parents are the primary educators of their children and encourages parental participation in the life and activities of the school community.
- The St. Pius V School Community adds immeasurably to the stability and integrity of our parish, the wider community, the city of Lynn, and beyond.
- School Motto: Do your best... Be kind to others...
- St. Pius V School is a co-educational Catholic (PreK-8th grade) elementary school located in Lynn, Massachusetts. As part of St. Pius V Parish, our school welcomes and educates children in the greater Lynn community. Education at St. Pius V School is a "Lived Experience" and focuses on developing the whole child according to the gospel of Jesus Christ. The school provides a unique, comprehensive, quality education with particular emphasis on Catholic values, fundamental skills, critical thinking, technology, and the fine arts. The administration, and faculty are skilled, dedicated and professional educators. The curriculum promotes personal responsibility, respect for diversity, family involvement, a spirit of unity, and Christian stewardship. The school environment is safe, clean, and comfortable. At St. Pius V School, we believe that our loving God blesses each child with special gifts and talents. Learning occurs in an atmosphere where each child is encouraged to do his/her best in order to reach his/her full potential in school and in life. The school recognizes that parents are the primary educators of their children and encourages parental participation in the life and activities of the school community. The St. Pius V School Community adds immeasurably to the stability and integrity of our parish, the wider community, the city of Lynn, and beyond.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Pius V School cost?
St. Pius V School's tuition is approximately $7,050 for private students.
What schools are St. Pius V School often compared to?
St. Pius V School is often viewed alongside schools like Sacred Heart School by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of St. Pius V School?
The acceptance rate of St. Pius V School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
What sports does St. Pius V School offer?
St. Pius V School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Flag Football and Softball.
What is St. Pius V School's ranking?
St. Pius V School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Least expensive tuition and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Pius V School?
The application deadline for St. Pius V School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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