Since 1959, Bishop Fenwick High School has offered to students on the North Shore of Boston quality college preparatory programs in a co-educational learning environment.
Who We Are -- Bishop Fenwick High School is a Catholic, co-educational, college prep, senior high school empowering all students to seek and achieve excellence in mind, body, and spirit, recognizing their responsibility to serve and to lead.
Our Motto -- Bonitas et Fidelitas -- Goodness and Loyalty. We recognize the goodness of our world, created by God. We celebrate the goodness that dwells in each of us, made in God's image. We seek to discover, to reflect, and to enhance the goodness of our shared human experience. We are the Fenwick Family. We promise our loyalty and fidelity to each other, understanding that these relationships and connections are eternal. We extend our loyalty and fidelity especially to those most in need of our care and concern.
What We Seek -- Bishop Fenwick graduates will enter the world prepared, inspired, and able to excel in all they do, embracing the call to make a positive difference in our world.
The Crusaders compete in 28 interscholastic sports at a variety of levels which participate primarily in the Catholic Central League. 22 of these sports play all of their home competitions on Fenwick's 59 acre campus.
The goal of the our Athletic Department is to augment Fenwick's academic, spiritual, and social program by providing opportunities for achievement to those students who seek to participate in a team sport. In striving for success, the members of our coaching staffs endeavor to instill the qualities of leadership, loyalty, and sportsmanship.
At Fenwick, the arts are at the heart of our vibrant community-where creativity, passion, and self-expression come to life! Every freshman kicks off their Fenwick journey with a full year of semester-long arts courses, giving them the chance to discover new talents and dive into different creative outlets. From show-stopping theater performances and toe-tapping musical ensembles to award winning visual art exhibitions, our arts programs are all about finding your creativity while building confidence and skills that last a lifetime.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Yearly Tuition: $23,200
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Upcoming Events and News
- Open House - Thu., October 22, 2026 - get more information!
- Open House - Tue., November 10, 2026 - get more information!
- - 07/22/2026College signings, monthly honors highlight Fenwick's busy spring
- - 07/22/2026Bishop Fenwick girls win CCL track meet title
- - 07/22/2026Patturelli, stout defense help Fenwick football upset Abington, advance to Final Four
- - 07/22/2026Fenwick girls bring home program's first state crown in a decade after taking down Pittsfield
Top Rankings
Bishop Fenwick High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Academic Support Room
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 8, 2026
Campus Size
59 acres
Student Body
Total Students
460 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
20 courses
List of Courses Offered
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants and polo
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$23,200
% on Financial Aid
80%
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 82%
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Steve Driscoll
Admissions Associate
Joan Rich
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
20 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
28 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
American Red Cross ClubAmerican Sign Language Club
Best BuddiesBook Club
Campus MinistryChess Club
DECADiversity Club
DramaEnvironmental Club
Fenwick TechKindness Club
Math TeamMock Trial
Model UNNational Honor Society
Peer MentorsRotary Interact Club
Science and Engineering ClubSki and Snowboard Club
Spanish ClubStudent Activity Council
Womens LeadershipYearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
BandConcert Choir
Mens ChoirPhotography Club
School Notes
- School Motto: Education for Life
- School Mascot: Crusaders
- For the application to be complete, the student's 7th-grade transcript and their transcript from the first quarter of 8th grade are required. In addition, we require two recommendations. If an applicant is on an IEP/ 504 Plan, we will need a copy of any relevant academic information. Applicants are encouraged to take the High School Placement Test.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Bishop Fenwick High School cost?
Bishop Fenwick High School's tuition is approximately $23,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Bishop Fenwick High School?
The acceptance rate of Bishop Fenwick High School is 75%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
What sports does Bishop Fenwick High School offer?
Bishop Fenwick High School offers 20 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Winter Track and Wrestling. Bishop Fenwick High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.
What is Bishop Fenwick High School's ranking?
Bishop Fenwick High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Bishop Fenwick High School?
The application deadline for Bishop Fenwick High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Related Schools
Show me:
People that viewed Bishop Fenwick High School also viewed these schools: Austin Preparatory School, St. Marys High School, Pingree School, St. John's Preparatory School and Phillips Academy Andover.
The nearest high school to Bishop Fenwick High School is Beverly School For The Deaf (1.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. John The Baptist School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Great Beginnings Learning School (0.9 miles away)
Show me:
Show me:
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
101 Willow St.
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-4900
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-4900
10.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 795 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Marys High School ![St. Marys High School Photo - Visual and performing arts, a Theater Company in the Mass. Educational Theater Guild and partnerships with Lynn Museum and Centerboard let our students express their creativity.]( "St. Marys High School Photo - Visual and performing arts, a Theater Company in the Mass. Educational Theater Guild and partnerships with Lynn Museum and Centerboard let our students express their creativity.")
(Catholic)
35 Tremont St.
Lynn, MA 01902
(781) 586-2014
Lynn, MA 01902
(781) 586-2014
5.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 517 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
537 Highland St
South Hamilton, MA 01982
(978) 468-4415
South Hamilton, MA 01982
(978) 468-4415
7.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 394 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 20 Tuition listed
72 Spring Street
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-1301
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-1301
3.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 1,430 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 26 | Extracurrculars: 61 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
180 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 749-4050
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 749-4050
13.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,154 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 25 | Extracurrculars: 54 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
101 Willow St.
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-4900
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-4900
10.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 795 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Marys High School ![St. Marys High School Photo - Visual and performing arts, a Theater Company in the Mass. Educational Theater Guild and partnerships with Lynn Museum and Centerboard let our students express their creativity.]( "St. Marys High School Photo - Visual and performing arts, a Theater Company in the Mass. Educational Theater Guild and partnerships with Lynn Museum and Centerboard let our students express their creativity.")
(Catholic)
35 Tremont St.
Lynn, MA 01902
(781) 586-2014
Lynn, MA 01902
(781) 586-2014
5.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 517 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
537 Highland St
South Hamilton, MA 01982
(978) 468-4415
South Hamilton, MA 01982
(978) 468-4415
7.3 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 394 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 20 Tuition listed
72 Spring Street
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-1301
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-1301
3.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 1,430 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 26 | Extracurrculars: 61 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
180 Main Street
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 749-4050
Andover, MA 01810
(978) 749-4050
13.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,154 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 25 | Extracurrculars: 54 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
101 Willow St.
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-4900
Reading, MA 01867
(781) 944-4900
10.4 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 795 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Marys High School ![St. Marys High School Photo - Visual and performing arts, a Theater Company in the Mass. Educational Theater Guild and partnerships with Lynn Museum and Centerboard let our students express their creativity.]( "St. Marys High School Photo - Visual and performing arts, a Theater Company in the Mass. Educational Theater Guild and partnerships with Lynn Museum and Centerboard let our students express their creativity.")
(Catholic)
35 Tremont St.
Lynn, MA 01902
(781) 586-2014
Lynn, MA 01902
(781) 586-2014
5.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 517 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
72 Spring Street
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-1301
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-1301
3.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 1,430 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 26 | Extracurrculars: 61 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
83 Pine Street
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 535-7100
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 535-7100
4.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 432 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition listed
St. Pius V School ![St. Pius V School Photo]( "St. Pius V School Photo")
(Catholic)
28 Bowler St
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 593-8292
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 593-8292
4.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 300 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
83 Pine Street
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 535-7100
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 535-7100
4.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 432 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition listed
St. Pius V School ![St. Pius V School Photo]( "St. Pius V School Photo")
(Catholic)
28 Bowler St
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 593-8292
Lynn, MA 01904
(781) 593-8292
4.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 300 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
180 Middlesex Road
Tyngsboro, MA 01879
(978) 649-7611
Tyngsboro, MA 01879
(978) 649-7611
27.3 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 444 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 28 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
14 Forest Ridge Drive
Rowley, MA 01969
(978) 777-4699
Rowley, MA 01969
(978) 777-4699
10.7 miles
Gr: NS-12 | 218 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 37 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
80 Gerry's Landing Rd
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 547-6100
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 547-6100
16.1 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,043 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 68 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Great Beginnings Learning School
Daycare / Preschool
28 Water St
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 777-3040
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 777-3040
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
Childrens Montessori Center
Montessori School
12 Bradstreet Ave. Danvers, MA 01923
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 774-2144
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 774-2144
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 50 students Avg. class size: 10 students
St. John The Baptist School
(Catholic)
19 Chestnut St
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 531-0444
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 531-0444
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 495 students
28 Goodhue Street
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 741-0870
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 741-0870
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 22 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Beverly School For The Deaf
Special Education School
6 Echo Ave
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 927-7070
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 927-7070
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 157 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Beverly School For The Deaf
Special Education School
6 Echo Ave
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 927-7070
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 927-7070
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 157 students
New England Academy
Special Education School
96 Cherry Hill Drive
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 921-1103
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 921-1103
2.6 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 95 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
28 Tozer Rd
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 993-8096
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 993-8096
2.7 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 98 students
North Shore Recovery High School
Alternative School
112 Sohier Rd
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 922-3305
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 922-3305
2.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students
72 Spring Street
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-1301
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 624-1301
3.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 1,430 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 26 | Extracurrculars: 61 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. John The Baptist School
(Catholic)
19 Chestnut St
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 531-0444
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 531-0444
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 495 students
28 Goodhue Street
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 741-0870
Salem, MA 01970
(978) 741-0870
1.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 22 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Beverly School For The Deaf
Special Education School
6 Echo Ave
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 927-7070
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 927-7070
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 157 students
Stepping Stones Nursery School
Daycare / Preschool
46 Cherry St
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 777-9370
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 777-9370
1.9 miles
Gr: K-1 | 42 students
14 Otis Street
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 774-0307
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 774-0307
2.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 234 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Great Beginnings Learning School
Daycare / Preschool
28 Water St
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 777-3040
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 777-3040
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-K | 11 students
Childrens Montessori Center
Montessori School
12 Bradstreet Ave. Danvers, MA 01923
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 774-2144
Danvers, MA 01923
(978) 774-2144
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-K | 50 students Avg. class size: 10 students
St. John The Baptist School
(Catholic)
19 Chestnut St
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 531-0444
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 531-0444
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 495 students
Beverly School For The Deaf
Special Education School
6 Echo Ave
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 927-7070
Beverly, MA 01915
(978) 927-7070
1.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 157 students
Holy Childhood Nursery - Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
5 Wheatland Street
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 531-4733
Peabody, MA 01960
(978) 531-4733
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 79 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 75% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
77 Ferndale Road
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0400
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0400
9478.3 miles
Gr: 6 | 441 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1155 Central Avenue
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0416
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0416
9478.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 696 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
(Math: 76% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Harris Avenue
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0480
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 455-0480
9478.5 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 867 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5125 Washington Street
West Roxbury, MA 02132
(617) 635-8149
West Roxbury, MA 02132
(617) 635-8149
9478.6 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 287 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
885 River Street
Hyde Park, MA 02136
(617) 333-6688
Hyde Park, MA 02136
(617) 333-6688
9478.6 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 700 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
School Reviews
Endorse Bishop Fenwick High School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
- Academic or athletic awards
Recent Articles
Choosing Between a Traditional 草榴社区 School and a Microschool
Compare traditional private schools and microschools to understand differences in academics, class size, flexibility, cost, and student experience before choosing the best educational fit.
The Second Visit Strategy: What to Look for After the Open House
A second campus visit can reveal what an open house cannot. Learn what to observe, which questions to ask, and how to determine whether a private school is truly the right fit for your child.
How Policy Changes Could Affect Your Tuition Bill in 2026
Learn how federal and state policy changes may affect private school tuition, financial aid, tax benefits, and your family's education budget.
