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Massachusetts Private Schools By Tuition Cost

The average private school tuition in Massachusetts is $26,745 per year (2026-27).

The private elementary school average tuition cost is $24,964 per year and the private high school average is $40,853 per year.

The private school with the lowest tuition cost is Cristo Rey Boston High School, with a tuition of $2,700.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# MA Schools Ranked: 333
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $2,700–$4,599
MA School Avg.: $26,429
National School Avg.: $12,181

Quick Facts (2026-27)

# MA Schools Ranked: 333
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $2,700–$4,599
MA School Avg.: $26,429
National School Avg.: $12,181

Massachusetts Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

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Year	Massachusetts (MA) avg
2025	$26,485
2024	$27,159
2023	$25,129
2022	$24,457
2021	$22,623
2020	$21,672
2019	$20,983
2018	$20,804
2017	$20,615
2016	$20,164
2015	$19,785

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Tuition Cost Range: $2,700 $5,200 Avg. Tuition Cost: $4,419

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Massachusetts average private schools tuition?

The Massachusetts average private schools tuition is $26,745 for 2026-27.

What are the private schools with the lowest tuition cost in Massachusetts?

The top ranked private schools in Massachusetts include Cristo Rey Boston High School, The Village School and St. Michael School.

What is private high school and private elementary school with lowest tuition cost in Massachusetts?

The private high school with lowest tuition cost in Massachusetts is Cristo Rey Boston High School, with a tuition of $2700. The private elementary school with lowest tuition cost is St. Michael School, with a tuition of $3150.

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