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Phillips Academy
Private School
Andover, MA
9-12
Rating 4.52 out of 5 138 reviews
#1 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Alum: My daughter graduated in 2011, and I am a member of the Alumni Council for Phillips Academy (full disclosure).

Even though I knew how special Andover was, I experienced an even better Andover through my daughter. She was a smart girl before, but she developed such confidence, particularly in math and science. I watched the self-doubt become controlled and I saw a true leader develop. Even when there was a disappointment, she knew that she could power through it with the skills she possessed.

And the friendships! She has life-long friends, both boarders and day students, boys and girls, athletes and non-athletes. All are smart, confident, and succeeding in their fields, now that Andover is behind them. But, you never lose Andover; it is always with you, allowing you to strive and succeed in every way.
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Groton School
Private School
Groton, MA
8-12
Rating 4.24 out of 5 41 reviews
#2 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Alum: Groton provides top-notch academics without a doubt. Much of its appeal and self-advertising also centers around its tightly-knit community, which allows you to foster extremely close relationships with the people around you. To this day, years after Prize Day (our version of Commencement), my roommates and best friends from Groton are people with whom I speak daily and consider the closest thing to family I have outside of my household. However, its remote location and traditional values make for limited social life, and its strict administration makes for high rates of discipline. You'll find it very easy to "get in trouble," and more difficult to "have fun." Students should be prepared to figure creative ways to enjoy their time while managing coursework.
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Noble and Greenough School
Private School
Dedham, MA
7-12
Rating 4.66 out of 5 47 reviews
#3 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Parent: Nobles is an amazing school, filled with caring teachers and administrators and smart, nice kids who are talented in a lot of ways. The theatre program is top notch, as is the music. My son started this year as a freshman and is having an amazing time-- being challenged in his honors classes, and trying so many different clubs, from Model UN, to Chess team, to a cappella to Chamber Singers, to writing for science and humanities publications. This is a school that really cares about the students' well-being. Every morning they gather for assembly which often has performances. It's a noticeably joyful place and we are so glad our son is there.
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Concord Academy
Private School
Concord, MA
9-12
Rating 4.27 out of 5 91 reviews
#4 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Senior: Almost everything about Concord Academy is amazing. Students and faculty are super approachable and open to new ideas and challenges (I've been in math classes where kids designed new alternative formulas and literature/history classes with memorable discussions and friendly debates). I've never had a boring teacher, because they are always super enthusiastic about their material.

The boarding community is truly something else. You have your housemates, friends who feel like family, and six houses to explore and hang out in. Weekends are always a blast: brunches have the quality of a restaurant buffet and all school buildings are open for use. Faculty-organized activities like baking, movies, and urban trips mean you always have something to do.
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Milton Academy
Private School
Milton, MA
K-12
Rating 4.26 out of 5 129 reviews
#5 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Senior: Milton is an amazing school that offers challenging academics while also providing students a plethora of resources when they need extra support. The smaller classes really allows for students to meet with teachers one-on one when struggling, peer tutors are readily available throughout the school year, and the academic skills center is staffed with learning specialist who can help student from anything from time management to grammar help. The opportunities Milton offers are as expansive inside the classroom as they are out!
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Middlesex School
Private School
Concord, MA
9-12
Rating 4.43 out of 5 56 reviews
#6 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Parent: Extraordinary school and community. My daughter had so many wonderful teachers and mentors who cared about her development. This is that rare school that offers challenge and opportunities galore in a nurturing community. Facilties are good but the people here make the difference. Size is perfect. Location on outskirts of Concord is bucolic yet only 20 miles from Boston. Student culture is collaborative and kind. Well-rounded experience for all, thought each student develops his own path.
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409 Students
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Winsor School
Private School
Boston, MA
5-12
Rating 4.5 out of 5 70 reviews
#7 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Freshman: So I saw someone say that if you are a rich white girl who wants to be a doctor, this school is for you, but I disagree. Yes, obviously there will be some "rich, white girls" but it is not your money or race that will make you fit in at Winsor. Winsor has an amazing community, and I have met some of my closest friends there. UTL (under the lights) is a day I look forward to every year, and Winsor feels like a safe place for everyone. The academics are absolutely amazing, the sports here are wonderful (we win about 6-8 EIL championships per year) and it never feels too stressful, thanks to the amazing teachers here. I would seriously consider going to Winsor because it's one of the best schools in all of Massachusetts! So yeah, 5 stars for me :)
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Boston University Academy
Private School
Boston, MA
9-12
Rating 4.4 out of 5 50 reviews
#8 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Parent: My daughter is currently a sophomore and having a truly incredibly experience at BUA . We have been particularly impressed by the school's ability to adapt and respond to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in a way that has been extremely supportive to both the students and the faculty. We have had the option of in-person learning four days a week since September and on-campus testing for all students twice per week. Our daughter has felt safe and has not felt her learning experienced significantly compromised in any way - in fact the "COVID-schedule" has provided even more opportunities regular interaction with faculty and friends. As more of a humanities-driven family, we were initially concerned that BUA would be more of a STEM-driven culture - but have been pleasantly surprised to find the opposite is true. We highly recommend BUA for any intellectually curious and kind student who wants to be challenged academically but in a nurturing a supportive environment.
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Commonwealth School
Private School
Boston, MA
9-12
Rating 4.79 out of 5 29 reviews
#9 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Parent: Commonwealth's faculty deliver a level of academic rigor that I've been unable to find at other schools. Just as amazing to me is the amount of nurturing and support the school is able to provide to students in attaining their full potential. Thanks to Commonwealth's small size, students are able to meet one on one with their advisors on a weekly basis. A good number of the faculty have university teaching experience, yet it's abundantly clear from the individual attention they give students both in and out of the classroom that they're at Commonwealth because they love teaching and working with teenagers. Another key ingredient in the quality of this school are the students it attracts: bright, curious, unpretentious, and not cliquish. My daughter, who tends toward quiet and reserved, has been at the school as a ninth grader for under a month, but has already made close friends. We're extremely fortunate to have found this school; I can't recommend it enough!
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Buckingham Browne & Nichols School
Private School
Cambridge, MA
PK, K-12
Rating 4.08 out of 5 63 reviews
#10 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Freshman: I came to BB&N last year and it has been the best decision of my life! All the teachers truly make connections with the students and want to help each person succeed. The community is outstanding, and being at BB&N has helped me expand my comfort zone and I became interested in lots of extracurriculars that I wouldn't have access to at my previous school. I would without a doubt recommend BB&N to anyone looking for an accepting, balanced, and truly unbelievable high school experience!
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1,014 Students
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The Roxbury Latin School
Private School
West Roxbury, MA
7-12
Rating 4.23 out of 5 44 reviews
#11 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Senior: Roxbury Latin is a great school. One of the best features are the advisors - faculty are very kind and help students with weekly 1-on-1 meetings.
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309 Students
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St. Mark's School
Private School
Southborough, MA
9-12
Rating 4.25 out of 5 40 reviews
#12 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Senior: St Mark’s offers a variety of opportunities! The sense of community is very strong as there are a wide variety of school traditions.
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371 Students
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Belmont Hill School
Private School
Belmont, MA
7-12
Rating 4.68 out of 5 19 reviews
#13 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Parent: Amazing school. Excellent academics, athletics and culture. Incredible group of teachers who really care about the boys. Diverse students and faculty. Focus on community service and on "doing the right thing".
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450 Students
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The Rivers School
Private School
Weston, MA
6-12
Rating 4.82 out of 5 39 reviews
#14 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Senior: Rivers has felt like home for the last 6 years. The community is unmatched and so special. The entire faculty actively makes an effort to create bonds with each and every student, and the students all respect and get along with one another. At Rivers I have developed not only as a student but also as a person. I was motivated to take risks and get involved in ways I never previously imagined. I was encouraged to take rigorous AP classes, compete on three varsity sports teams, sign up for multiple high level art studio courses, tutor middle schoolers, give tours to prospective families...the list goes on. Everyone at Rivers LOVES to be there and take advantage of every opportunity the school provides them. Class sizes are small which allows ample one-one-one time with the teacher, and confused students never hide in the classroom. Even the smartest kids meet with their teachers during free blocks. The food, athletics, conservatory, teachers, and facilities are all amazing. It's home.
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513 Students
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British International School of Boston
Private School
Boston, MA
PK, K-12
Rating 4.39 out of 5 100 reviews
#15 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Parent: Our children moved from a local State school to BISB three years ago. From day one the school has provided a first class academic and social education, helping children become well rounded members of the community. The curriculum is varied, thought-provoking, interesting, and challenges and encourages the children to be creative and ambitious. The teaching staff are very attentive to each individual child’s learning capabilities and needs, and the small class sizes are a definite advantage. As an international family we are excited that our children will have the opportunity of doing the IB Diploma, a highly regarded and recognized qualification that provides children with a wonderful springboard to move into higher education not only in the US, but worldwide. Overall as parents we are thoroughly impressed with the school as a whole, but more importantly our children are engaged and interested in their education and really enjoy attending school each day. We highly recommend BISB.
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453 Students
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Brooks School
Private School
North Andover, MA
9-12
Rating 4.2 out of 5 49 reviews
#16 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Parent: I have two Children who attend Brooks. Both are 4 year boarders.
The opportunity each of them has been given in attending Brooks as been incredible. They have been challenged in and out of the classroom. The academics are challenging, but are done in an environment that is always supportive, with a lot of encouragement to strive to be and do your best. My children have forged wonderful relationships with many of their teachers, advisors and coaches; ones that will last a lifetime. The school is very warm and welcoming, and has the feel of being "home".
Athletics at Brooks are a great compliment to the academics. Brooks is always competitive in so many of their athletic teams.
Brooks transitioned so quickly and so well to online learning during this past Spring when schools were forced to close. The transition was seamless for my children, and my children continued to be challenged during this remote learning time.
I would highly recommend Brooks School.
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355 Students
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The Cambridge School of Weston
Private School
Weston, MA
9-12
Rating 4.23 out of 5 65 reviews
#17 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Alum: I went to CSW back in the 1970's ,my mother's idea , because I was on the verge of dropping out of school. I just wanted to be an artist, and saw no reason to go any farther,but after a year at CSW I loved the teachers and students, and many remained lifetime friends.I was able to direct my own course and went on to college, and became a professional artist. Since then I've travelled the world,exhibited over 100 times ,many times in Europe,China,Canada, the USA, and Korea.The teachers were excellent!
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314 Students
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Dana Hall School
Private School
Wellelsey, MA
5-12
Rating 4.21 out of 5 62 reviews
#18 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Middle School Student: Dana made me feel accepted for who I am, and I’ve never felt this confident and never have had this much self-love. There’s something for every girl here. Whether you’re into athletics, visual arts, performing arts, computer science, model UN or equestrian, there’s something for you and they’re high quality. Teachers care about you and are understanding. People here are diverse, vibrant and all care about each other. There’s outstanding levels for everyone, from honors and AP to introductory. If you ever need help, there’s science, math and English lab during the day if you need help. Teachers are always happy to help you after class! It’s super safe and you can even walk to Wellesley center and get food like: ice cream, Starbucks, pizza, Dunkin’ Donuts and more, in less than a 5 minute walk!
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466 Students
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Newton Country Day School
Private School
Newton, MA
5-12
Rating 4.24 out of 5 49 reviews
#19 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Alum: I attended NCDS from 7-12th grade. My experience can be characterized by a mix of good and bad experiences. This school is very academically rigorous. There was never a shortage of homework, but there is a large support system for you if you are willing to reach out. The teachers are very invested in every student and their performance. One of my favorite things about NCDS is the teacher relationships I formed. Having teachers you can lean on and complain to is oddly one of the best and most comforting things about being a student there.
On the other hand, NCDS has a major lack of diversity. The faculty is almost 100% white and the student body also lacks diversity. Additionally, the teachers are not trained on how to handle racially charged situations and this often left students like me to handle it alone. I know the school is working on diversity but they need to work fast because their students of color are the ones who pay for the disparity.
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400 Students
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The Governor's Academy
Private School
Byfield, MA
9-12
Rating 4.3 out of 5 60 reviews
#20 Best Private High Schools in Boston Area
Senior: My time at Govs has been nothing but great. I’ve met some amazing people that are all incredibly driven and focused. The work is rigorous enough to challenge you no matter where you’re coming from. My freshman year my peers were coming from everywhere in terms of public school, private schools, and parochial/charter schools. The teachers and coaches you’ll have during your time there genuinely care about you and want to see you succeed. That sounds very cliche but frankly it’s what the vibe at Governors is for all of us. I’ve loved my high school experience at Governors and I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. It will always be a second home!
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406 Students
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Boston Latin School
Boston Public Schools, MA
7-12
Rating 3.68 out of 5 504 reviews
#1 Best Public High Schools in Boston Area
Senior: Boston Latin School, if anything, has taught me grit. Looking back as a now senior, I regret not applying myself as much as possible in earlier years, and I've learned to see and understand that you seriously cannot get anywhere without genuine hard work. The teachers have pushed me beyond my limits sometimes, and Latin is a ridiculously difficult language, but the sense of community I gained from that mutual suffering is irreplaceable. As stressed as I was and as much as I complained, I know that I'd give a lot if I could just have those last couple of months of senior year. Don't take high school for granted!
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2,440 Students
20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Brookline High School
Public Schools of Brookline, MA
9-12
Rating 3.96 out of 5 332 reviews
#2 Best Public High Schools in Boston Area
Freshman: Going into my first year of high school, I was somewhat overwhelmed by its size from aspects of enrollment and buildings. Looking from afar, Brookline High School appeared to be a massive, intimidating school. However, after attending tours, orientations, assemblies, and ultimately, starting my Freshman year, I gained a new perspective on this school. The wonderful community, committed staff, and superior academics of the Brookline High School were all factors in my reconsideration of the school as a whole. Through solely one semester of attending the Brookline High School, I had observed its extensive display of conventional school standards. Strikingly, the rich school culture and the dedication toward every student's success combined with the freedom and democracy of Brookline High School had caused me to give this school five stars.
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2,101 Students
11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Wayland High School
Wayland Public Schools, MA
9-12
Rating 3.93 out of 5 147 reviews
#3 Best Public High Schools in Boston Area
Freshman: I really liked Wayland High School! They were really inclusive of everyone. The size of the school creates a really intimate environment; everyone knows each other. However, this can also come with some caveats, as everyone can pay attention to the latest gossip about you.
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846 Students
12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Lexington High School
Lexington Public Schools, MA
9-12
Rating 3.87 out of 5 356 reviews
#4 Best Public High Schools in Boston Area
Senior: Yeah, Lexington high school is stressful. Not necessarily because of our academics (though many of our teachers are Ivy/t20 grads) but because of the students. We’re very competitive, and there’s an external drive/stress culture depending on who you hang out with. It’s very common for us to send most of our class (even the “popular” and “slacker” kids) to top schools for their major.

We have no school spirit but that never mattered to me. Not many people attend football games or care about traditional high school popularity, which is refreshing. And our school is so big that you will definitely find your crowd.

Finally: yes, we’re known for our bad mental health, as expected from a top high school. But many teachers are really understanding of your circumstances, so don’t be afraid to reach out to them!

Overall, I’d definitely recommend LHS. I got to know so many amazing and intelligent friends and staff, while obtaining a great education.
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2,263 Students
13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Hopkinton High School
Hopkinton Public Schools, MA
9-12
Rating 4.15 out of 5 210 reviews
#5 Best Public High Schools in Boston Area
Senior: Hopkinton High is a great school filled with very loving people and has a focus on academics. I would totally recommend it to anyone, as I have never felt like my teachers don't know what they are talking about. There is very little diversity in our school though, so if you are looking for a district with a diverse body this is not where you would want to be. I feel very college ready and the top of my new college class of 2024! The school does have a liberal bias, so if you are a republican it can be very difficult to feel accepted for your views.
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1,182 Students
14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Montrose School
Private School
Medfield, MA
6-12
Rating 4.16 out of 5 74 reviews
Parent: We love Montrose School for our middle school girls for so many wonderful reasons. The positive school environment, the support provided to the students and the excellent faculty who care deeply for girls. Due to the low student - teacher ratio - teachers get to know the students very well and encourage excelling students to expand and go deeper or provide extra help for students who need it. The combination of excellent instruction with self study & self reviewing of their homework has worked well for our girls to reinforce their learnings. Of special note is the mandatory class for all middle-schoolers called "Habits of Mind", which teaches students how to form healthy learning habits, manage stress, importance of sleep, etc. Excellent learning for young and old alike! This was our first year at Montrose and making the switch has definitely been worth the time and effort. Healthy learning is priceless!
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210 Students
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St. Catherine's School
Private School
Richmond, VA
PK, K-12
Rating 4.34 out of 5 125 reviews
Parent: Our three girls all thrive at St. Catherine's. They are all very different and have different interests but the school does a great job of fostering each of them individually. The academics are superior, the athletics are amazing, and being a part of the amazing community is just a bonus! We could not have chosen a better education for our girls and are so grateful for the opportunities they continue to be afforded!

During the pandemic St. Catherine's has done (and continues to do) an amazing job keeping the girls safe. They are on campus learning, however if anyone is not comfortable being on campus, there is a virtual option.

The school teaches to the whole girl and knows the ins and outs of girls of every age.
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960 Students
8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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Bay Farm Montessori Academy
Private School
Duxbury, MA
PK, K-8
Rating 5 out of 5 11 reviews
Parent: We sent our son to Bay Farm as a new fourth grader in 2019 because we thought the educational model would appeal to him, and that he would find the community welcoming and intellectually stimulating. Instantly, he found his place at this nurturing, vibrant school. When we saw the unique resources Bay Farm had to offer, from the small group academics to the extracurriculars, we decided to send our other children too.

The rigorous Bay Farm curriculum is presented in creative ways that compel students to challenge themselves. The educators support each child's learning and strive to maintain an environment where social pressures are abated and individual students have the freedom to discover themselves.

Bay Farm is a happy, free-thinking place. Especially during a year of so much uncertainty, it has been a blessing to have our children there. Their studies were uninterrupted by the pandemic, and they took great comfort in being received by their teachers and friends each morning.
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