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International School of Boston

#9 in Best Private K-12 Schools in Massachusetts
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private
  • PK, K-12
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 20 reviews
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B-
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Sports
      C+
    Address
    45 Matignon Rd
    Cambridge, MA 02140
    Telephone
    (617) 499-1451
    Website
    isbos.org

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $50
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    ISEE, SSAT, TOEFL

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $35,500
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
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    From International School of Boston

    The International School of Boston (ISB) is an independent, non-profit, PK -12 French-English bilingual and international school located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in one of the most vibrant metropolitan areas in the United States. As a world-class, accredited academic institution, ISB places the development of the bilingual brain at the heart of its mission. ISB students graduate with an American high school diploma and choose between two internationally renowned diplomas, the French or the International Baccalaureate, giving them the opportunity to thrive at leading universities in the United States, France, and around the world. Offering a rich experience with rigorous programs, ISB prepares its students for a lifetime of learning and service. Visit www.isbos.org.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1290
    40 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    14 responses
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    Culture & Safety

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    Based on 16 responses
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    • Springfest
      25%
    • Holiday Fair
      19%
    • The all-school PTO party
      13%
    • The Dictée de la Francophonie
      13%
    • The theater festival
      13%
    • Homecoming
      6%
    • Pep rallies
      6%

      Students

      Diversity
      B-
      Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
      Students
      565
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      Preschool

      Annual Cost
      $25,200
      Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
      Starting Age
      3
      Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
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      Website
      isbos.org/academics/pre-school-kindergarten
      Schedule Options
      • Offers Full Week
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      • Offers Part Week
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      • Offers Full Day
        Yes
      • Offers Part Day
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      Teachers

      Student-Teacher Ratio
      6:1
      National
      17:1
      Poll
      80%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.5 responses
      Poll
      100%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.5 responses
      Poll
      100%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.5 responses

      Clubs & Activities

      Clubs & Activities
      C+
      Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
      Girls Athletic Participation
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      Living in the Area
      A+
      Overall Niche Grade
      How are grades calculated?
      1. Cost of Living
        C-
      2. Good for Families
        A+
      3. Housing
        C-
      Median Household Income
      $95,897
      National
      $55,322
      Median Rent
      $1,650
      National
      $949
      Median Home Value
      $595,373
      National
      $184,700

      International School of Boston Reviews

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      The academics in this High School leaves much to be desired. Currently, the math department is mediocre and covers very little, especially in the first two years of High School. Hopefully, this will change in the future. On the flip side, the sciences and language/literature classes are rigorous. All teachers are available for office hours and most of them genuinely care about how you do in their class.
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      I have been very happy with ISB for my children. We've been there since Kindergarten and we are all glad to have stayed. We chose the school because we wanted our children to be more globally aware and to have the opportunity to connect with students from all over the world - not to mention to become bilingual. We've been very happy with the teachers and with the academics. We know our children are more than prepared to head off to college.
      I have been very happy with ISB for my children. We've been there since Kindergarten and we are all glad to have stayed. We chose the school because we wanted our children to be more globally aware and to have the opportunity to connect with students from all over the world - not to mention to become bilingual. We've been very happy with the teachers and with the academics. We know our children are more than prepared to head off to college.