Tower School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Top Ranked MA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 300 students
Yearly Tuition: $34,143
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling
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Tower School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Tower School
Pre-K	28
Kind	28
1	30
2	32
3	26
4	33
5	26
6	36
7	33
8	28

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

We offer robust learning skills support for students. Please contact our Admissions Director to begin a conversation; [email protected]

Year Founded

1912

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Last Day of School

Thu. Jun 10, 2027

Campus Size

14 acres

School Motto

We Are Tower.

Student Body

Total Students

300 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

45 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

75%

Average Class Size

15 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Clothing and footwear that is well-suited to an active learning environment

List of Courses Offered

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Independent Schools of New England (AISNE)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$34,143

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Tuition Notes

Beginners (age 3), Half Day: $18,749 Beginners (age 3), Full Day: $23,567 PK Half-Day: $21,425 PK Full Day: $26,781 Kindergarten: $39,180 Grades 1–4: $40,551 Grade 5: $41,886 Grades 6–8: $45,644 Grades 6-8: $38431 Computer labs, 3D printers, 3D laser printer; all books, school supplies and curriculum materials; field trips and overnight trips; athletics participation and athletic uniforms; drama participation; yearbook each year Tuition Assistance and Scholarships are available

% on Financial Aid

45%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$15,000

Admissions Director

Reagan Kenwell, Beginners–Grade 4

Admissions Associate

Mary Dailey, grades 5–8

Application URL

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Sports

Total Sports Offered

7 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

LacrosseSoccer

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

Colors

Blue and White

School Mascot

The Bengal Tiger

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

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Dance ClubEnvironmental Club

Literary MagazineService Learning

Student Government

Arts and Music Programs:

Drama productionsMiddle School Arts Block (varies annually; ex. pottery, textiles, photography, guitar making, Irish Step Dance)

School Notes

OUR MISSION We teach our students to think critically and creatively, to develop joyful curiosity, to embrace challenge and apply their knowledge with confidence, and to thrive within a community rich with diverse perspectives and talents.

OUR MISSION

We teach our students to think critically and creatively, to develop joyful curiosity, to embrace challenge and apply their knowledge with confidence, and to thrive within a community rich with diverse perspectives and talents.

TO ACHIEVE OUR MISSION

We hire well.We attract teachers whose commitment to academic excellence and professional development promotes both critical and creative thinking.
We establish a sense of belonging.We nurture important, collaborative-learning relationships.Our students and parents are known; their voices and contributions are vital.
We initiate opportunities to excel.We provide opportunities for students to identify themselves as innovators, leaders, contributors, artists and athletes.
We engage and motivate students.Our hands-on curriculum reinforces classroom learning, elevates critical thinking ability and promotes academic achievement.
We embrace childhood.Our students excel within a curriculum that balances classroom achievement with intentional time for play, imagination and physical activity.
We inspire advocacy.We encourage students to advocate for themselves and others, to contribute their skills in support of causes about which they are passionate and to pursue sustainability in all aspects of their lives.
We emphasize creativity.We promote personal expression through vibrant visual arts, music, woodworking, performing arts and our immersive approach across the curriculum.
We prepare students for future success.Tower graduates are articulate, kind, confident, self-motivated learners who possess the skills for academic and personal achievement in secondary school and in life.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Tower School cost?

Tower School's tuition is approximately $34,143 for private students.

What sports does Tower School offer?

Tower School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Tower School's ranking?

Tower School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Tower School?

The application deadline for Tower School is Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 / Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Essex County, MA is $26,307 for elementary schools and $45,503 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Essex County, MA is 74% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).