High Schools

Choosing a private high school involves various factors to ensure the best fit for your child. Here are some pointers to help you make an informed decision:

Academics
Research the academic reputation of the schools you're considering. Look into factors such as college acceptance rates, standardized test scores, and academic achievements of students. Consider if the school offers advanced placement (AP) courses or specialized academic tracks that align with your child's interests and goals.

Curriculum and Programs
Evaluate the curriculum and programs offered by each school. Consider if the school provides a well-rounded education that includes not only core subjects like math, science, English, and history but also opportunities for enrichment, extracurricular activities, and experiential learning. Look for programs that cater to your child's interests, whether in STEM fields, the arts, humanities, or athletics.

Class Size and Teacher-Student Ratio
Smaller class sizes and lower student-to-teacher ratios often allow for more personalized attention, individualized instruction, and opportunities for student-teacher interaction

Extracurricular Activities and Enrichment
Explore the extracurricular activities, clubs, and enrichment opportunities available at each school. Consider if the school offers a diverse range of options that allow students to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and pursue their passions outside the classroom.

Campus Culture and Environment
Visit each school and observe the campus culture and environment. Pay attention to the atmosphere, student body diversity, and overall sense of community. Consider if the school fosters a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment where students feel valued, respected, and challenged to grow academically and personally.

Facilities and Resources
Assess the facilities and resources available at each school. Consider if the school has modern classrooms, well-equipped science labs, libraries, arts facilities, athletic fields, and technology resources that support student learning and engagement. Look for evidence of ongoing investments in infrastructure and technology to ensure that the school remains competitive and able to meet the evolving needs of students

Cost and Financial Aid
Evaluate the cost of tuition and fees for each school, as well as the availability of financial aid, scholarships, and payment plans. Consider if the school's tuition aligns with your budget and if the financial aid options make it accessible to students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

Featured Top High Schools

Boston College High School

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Buckingham Browne & Nichols…

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Ursuline Academy

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Fontbonne Academy

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Xaverian Brothers High School

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List of Private High Schools in the Boston Area

Link	Name	Type	Tuition	Academics	Size	Grades	Town
	Bradford Christian Academy	Christian				1-12	Bradford
	Clark School	Independent				1-12	Rowley
	Sterling Education	Independent		-		4-12	Westwood
	Winsor School	Independent				5-12	Boston
	The Accord School	Alternative		-		6-12	Norwell
	Austin Preparatory School	Catholic				6-12	Reading
	Montrose School	Catholic				6-12	Medfield
	St Marys High School	Catholic				6-12	Lynn
	Boston Trinity Academy	Christian				6-12	Boston
	Lexington Christian Academy	Christian				6-12	Lexington
	The Tremont School	Independent		-		6-12	Lexington
	Beaver Country Day School	Independent				6-12	Chestnut Hill
	Meridian Academy	Independent				6-12	Jamaica Plain
	The Rivers School	Independent				6-12	Weston
	Thayer Academy	Independent				6-12	Braintree
	The Woodward School	Independent				6-12	Quincy
	Waring School	Independent				6-12	Beverly
	St Johns Preparatory School	Indpendent				6-12	Danvers
	Al-noor Academy	Islamic				6-12	Mansfield
	Mt Alvernia High School	Catholic				7-12	Newton
	Archbishop Williams High School	Catholic				7-12	Braintree
	Boston College High School	Catholic				7-12	Dorchester
	Cathedral High School	Catholic				7-12	Boston
	Catholic Memorial	Catholic				7-12	West Roxbury
	Ursuline Academy	Catholic				7-12	Dedham
	Xaverian Brothers High School	Catholic				7-12	Westwood
	Notre Dame Academy	Catholic				7-12	Hingham
	Pope John Xxiii High School	Catholic				7-12	Everett
	Belmont Hill School	Independent				7-12	Belmont
	The Newman School	Independent				7-12	Boston
	Noble And Greenough School	Independent				7-12	Dedham
	Arlington Catholic High School	Catholic				9-12	Arlington
	Notre Dame Cristo Rey High School	Catholic				9-12	Lawrence
	Central Catholic High School	Catholic				9-12	Lawrence
	Cristo Rey Boston High School	Catholic		-		9-12	Dorchester
	Fontbonne Academy	Catholic				9-12	Milton
	Bishop Fenwick High School	Catholic				9-12	Peabody
	Marian High School	Catholic				9-12	Framingham
	Brooks School	Episcopal				9-12	North Andover
	St Mark's School	Episcopal				9-12	Southborough
	Boston University Academy	Independent				9-12	Boston
	Phillips Academy	Independent				9-12	Andover
	The Governors Academy	Independent				9-12	Byfield
	The Newman School	Independent				9-12	Boston
	Waldorf High School Of Massachusetts Bay	Independent				9-12	Belmont
	Cats Academy Boston	Independent				9-12	Braintree
	Chapel Hill Chauncy Hall School	Independent				9-12	Waltham
	The Cambridge School Of Weston	Independent				9-12	Weston
	The Academy At Penguin Hall	Independent				9-12	Wenham
	Pingree School	Independent				9-12	South Hamilton
	Walnut Hill School For The Arts	Independent				9-12	Natick
	Bais Yaakov Of Boston High School	Jewish	-	-		9-12	Brighton
	Gann Academy the New Jewish High School	Jewish				9-12	Waltham
	Yeshiva Ohr Yisrael High School For Boys	Jewish	-	-		9-12	Chestnut Hill
	Torah Academy	Jewish				preK-11	Brookline
	Academy Of Notre Dame	Catholic				preK-12	Tyngsboro
	Calvary Chapel Academy	Christian				preK-12	Rockland
	Covenant Christian Academy	Christian				preK-12	Peabody
	Fellowship Christian Academy	Christian				preK-12	Methuen
	Brimmer & May School	Independent				preK-12	Chestnut Hill
	British International School Of Boston	Independent				preK-12	Boston
	Buckingham Browne & Nichols School	Independent				preK-12	Cambridge
	German International School Boston	Independent		-		preK-12	Boston
	International School Of Boston	Independent				preK-12	Cambridge
	Sudbury Valley School	Independent		-		preK-12	Framingham
	Islamic Academy Of New England	Islamic	-			preK-12	Sharon
	Dana Hall School	Independent				5-12	Wellesley
	Deerfield Academy	Independent				9-12	Deerfield
	Milton Academy	Independent				K-12	Milton
	Commonwealth School	Independent				8-12	Boston
	Mesivta High School	Jewish	-	-		9-12	Brighton