Boston College High School (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MA School
Grades: 7-8
Enrollment: 315 students
Yearly Tuition: $22,300
Average class size: 21 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / Jan. 17
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School Rankings

Boston College High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 7-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Boston College High School
7	133
8	182

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Year Founded

1863

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

School Calendar

School Motto

for the greater glory of God

Student Body

Total Students

315 students

Student Body Type

All-boys

% Students of Color

23%

State avg.: 31%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

113 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

3:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

21 students

Number of AP Courses

27 courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Jesuit Schools Network (formerly JSEA) (JSN)
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Dec. 15 / Jan. 17

Yearly Tuition Cost

$22,300

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Tuition Notes

Nearly $7 million in financial assistance offered to 49% of students in 2018-2019.

Admissions Director

Charles Drane, EdD

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Endowment Size

$70 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

Ultimate FrisbeeVolleyball

Winter Track

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Colors

Maroon, Gold

School Mascot

Eagles

School Notes

Boston College High School, an independent Jesuit school for boys grades 7-12, combines outstanding academics with a process of formation and reflective spirituality.
Dedicated teachers, counselors, and coaches challenge our students to grow in knowledge and as individuals.
Students emerge as leaders and engage with opportunities that our campus community, urban location, and global network provide.
Our graduates have the confidence, competence, and compassion to succeed at top-ranked colleges and throughout their careers.
More importantly, they take with them a resilient moral and ethical foundation, humility, and lifelong relationships which unite our 15,000 living alumni.

From day one, every BC High student is challenged to pursue multiple academic and personal passions, and to use their knowledge of diverse subjects to inform the role they will play in the world. Our students know that to take full advantage of our interdisciplinary curriculum, they must commit themselves wholeheartedly to their work. Alongside dedicated teachers and determined classmates, students solve problems creatively, manage their time effectively, balance competing obligations, address contradictions, and shape ambitious goals for the future.BC High`s urban location and international focus play a pivotal role in our academic philosophy by linking classroom-based studies with real-world experiences that test students` resolve and expand their comfort zone. They become active participants in the City of Boston by engaging with service organizations, attending concerts and exhibitions, and performing summer internships with local organizations. Through the Hyde Center for Global Education, international immersion is offered within our network of Jesuit schools around the world. These programs instill cultural literacy, language fluency, and a global perspective that position students to succeed in an interconnected world.All BC High students graduate with a combination of academic knowledge and hands-on learning, inspiring them to lead and achieve at distinguished colleges, in their careers, and beyond.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Boston College High School cost?

Boston College High School's tuition is approximately $22,300 for private students.

Does Boston College High School offer a summer program?

Yes, Boston College High School offers a summer program. Visit their for more information.

What sports does Boston College High School offer?

Boston College High School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Rugby, Sailing, Ski Jumping, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Winter Track. Boston College High School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for most sports offered.

What is Boston College High School's ranking?

Boston College High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Boston College High School?

The application deadline for Boston College High School is Dec. 15 / Jan. 17.

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The average private school tuition in Suffolk County, MA is $20,891 for elementary schools and $27,234 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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